Books like Oscar's Best Friends (Little Dolphin #5)
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fun-filled adventurous tale.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Delightfully quirky, relatable characters.
Supports language development through playful storytelling.

Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
Award winning
The Fish Who Lost a Fin
Mr. Kevin K. Li, Ms. Sofie Budman, 2023
82 pages
Why to read
Emboldens resilience through whimsical storytelling.
Illustrates overcoming adversity with creativity.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of emotional intelligence.

The Fish Who Lost a Fin
Mr. Kevin K. Li, Ms. Sofie Budman, 2023
Award winning
My Dog Pete
J.F. Riordan, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale enhances curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Relatable pet dynamics aid emotional development.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

My Dog Pete
J.F. Riordan, 2023
Award winning
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive and rhythmic patterns.
Supports early learning about nature and animal behavior.

This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
Award winning
Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
352 pages
Why to read
Inspires compassion through rescue animal stories.
Highlights importance of responsibility and care.
Encourages empathy and emotional development.
Engaging real-life tales boost reading interest.

Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
Award winning
The Orphan Orangutan: Book 4 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Explores wildlife conservation through engaging narrative.
Strengthens empathy with relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Interactive and thought-provoking adventure tale.

The Orphan Orangutan: Book 4 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
Award winning
Grace the Cove Dragon (Dragon Girls #10)
Maddy Mara, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story fosters imagination and creativity in kids.
Characters model teamwork, friendship, and problem-solving.
Enhances literacy skills and instills a love for reading.
Addresses thematic elements suitable for age-appropriate discussions.

