Books like Old Oak and Little Pumpkin
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
Winter in the Forest: A Seasons in the Forest Book
Christine Copeland, Chris Weeks, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating exploration of winter wonders in the forest.
Engages children with vibrant, illustrative storytelling.
Encourages understanding of seasons and nature's cycles.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Winter in the Forest: A Seasons in the Forest Book
Christine Copeland, Chris Weeks, 2023
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with captivating starry tales.
Characters teach valuable emotional and social lessons.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
Award winning
The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and kindness in children.
Boosts creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness.
Engaging narrative encourages interactive reading.

The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Award winning
The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey in search of the ideal pumpkin.
Teaches perseverance and decision-making effectively.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, 2023
Award winning
Snail and Worm All Day
Tina Kügler, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Simplifies complex emotions for young readers.
Encourages curiosity and discovery.
Ideal for beginner readers' engagement and learning.

