Books like My Shadow is Purple
Award winning
Creaturepedia
Adrienne Barman, 2015
216 pages
Why to read
Showcases diverse, fascinating creatures with vibrant illustrations.
Enhances knowledge on animal traits and habitats.
Encourages curiosity and appreciation for biodiversity.
Interactive and engaging content for shared reading.

Creaturepedia
Adrienne Barman, 2015
Award winning
Ready for Spaghetti
Michael Rosen, Polly Dunbar, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Captivating, lively narrative stimulates young minds.
Characters embody everyday experiences, fostering emotional growth.
Enhances language skills through playful rhymes and rhythms.
Supports early developmental milestones with engaging content.

Ready for Spaghetti
Michael Rosen, Polly Dunbar, 2024
Award winning
Let's Go For A Walk
Scholastic, Scholastic Inc., 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity.
Enhances understanding of the natural world.
Supports early language and cognitive development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Let's Go For A Walk
Scholastic, Scholastic Inc., 2023
Award winning
You're the Hugs to My Kisses
Barbara Herndon, Diane Ewen, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates affection through colorful, engaging illustrations.
Strengthens understanding of emotional expressions.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading.
Supports early language and reading skills.

You're the Hugs to My Kisses
Barbara Herndon, Diane Ewen, 2022
Award winning
The Night Knights
Gideon Sterer, Cory Godbey, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Shields young minds from fears of the dark elegantly.
Encourages courage and creativity through adventurous storytelling.
Strengthens family bonds with shared reading moments.
Cultivates emotional resilience and confidence in children.

The Night Knights
Gideon Sterer, Cory Godbey, 2018
Award winning
Nighttime Symphony
Christopher Myers, Timbaland, Kaa Illustration, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Syncs with Timbaland’s rhythmic style, enhancing musical awareness.
Encourages a calming bedtime routine through soothing storylines.
Illustrations complement music themes, stimulating visual perception.
Supports language development with rhythmic text patterns.

Nighttime Symphony
Christopher Myers, Timbaland, Kaa Illustration, 2019
Award winning
Daisy: Really, Really
Kes Gray, Nick Sharratt, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous storyline enhances reading enjoyment.
Develops empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Supports language development and comprehension.

Daisy: Really, Really
Kes Gray, Nick Sharratt, 2002
Award winning
The Thunk
Michelle Robinson, Deborah Allwright, 2023
123 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity and imagination in young readers.
Encourages emotional resilience through relatable storytelling.
Builds problem-solving skills with engaging plot twists.
Strengthens reading habits with captivating narrative.
