Books like Our Crooked Hearts
The Sun Never Hurries
Roxane Turcotte, Lucie Crovatto, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through vibrant, engaging storytelling.
Supports understanding of time, patience, and natural processes.
Strengthens reading skills with rhythmic, easy-to-follow text.
Offers a comforting, reassuring narrative for young readers.

The Sun Never Hurries
Roxane Turcotte, Lucie Crovatto, 2024
Award winning
Water Stories: From Around the World
Sandhya Rao, Radhika Menon, Nirupama Sekhar, 2023
100 pages
Why to read
Explores global water tales, broadening cultural understanding.
Enhances geographical knowledge through engaging storytelling.
Supports environmental awareness from an early age.
Encourages family discussions about nature and conservation.

Water Stories: From Around the World
Sandhya Rao, Radhika Menon, Nirupama Sekhar, 2023
Twin Sister
Fred H. Johnson, Elisa Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, 2004
28 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family, unity, and individuality.
Strengthens sibling bonds through engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy and understanding between twins.
Provides fun, insightful look into twin dynamics.

Twin Sister
Fred H. Johnson, Elisa Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, 2004
Award winning
The Healing Tree: A Modern, Christmas Parable
Amanda Ashworth, Este Hupp, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Modern Christmas tale teaches empathy and compassion.
Highlights the importance of community and support.
Encourages understanding and kindness during festive season.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and inspire young readers.

The Healing Tree: A Modern, Christmas Parable
Amanda Ashworth, Este Hupp, 2023
Award winning
What's That Sound?
Leanne Bauman Litka, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates auditory development and sound recognition.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Interactive, engaging narrative for parent-child bonding.

What's That Sound?
Leanne Bauman Litka, 2021
Award winning
You Will Do Great Things
Amerie, Raissa Figueroa, Macmillan Audio, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires confidence and ambition in young readers.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and creativity.
Colorful illustrations to captivate and engage children.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

You Will Do Great Things
Amerie, Raissa Figueroa, Macmillan Audio, 2023
Award winning
Just For You!: A Day With Daddy
Nikki Grimes, Nicole Tadgell, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates father-child bonding through fun activities.
Enhances emotional intelligence and family values.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Engaging illustrations capture children's imagination.

Just For You!: A Day With Daddy
Nikki Grimes, Nicole Tadgell, 2004
The Koo Koos Nest
Kathy Restivo, 2016
38 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vibrant, dynamic illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and cooperation among characters.
Supports language development with rhythmic, playful text.
Features relatable scenarios for emotional growth.
