Books like Patterns in the Sand
Mama's Sleeping Scarf
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of comfort, love, and maternal bonds.
Vibrant illustrations enhance the storytelling experience.
Encourages emotional development and empathetic understanding.
Ideal for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.

Mama's Sleeping Scarf
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, 2023
Listening to the Quiet
Cassie Silva, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates mindfulness and inner peace in young readers.
Enhances emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Encourages quiet time and introspection.

Listening to the Quiet
Cassie Silva, 2023
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess (Signed Edition)
Jeff Kinney, 2021
226 pages
Why to read
Humor fuels engagement, enhances reading enjoyment.
Encourages resilience through relatable mishaps, setbacks.
Strengthens comprehension with accessible language, structure.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess (Signed Edition)
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
448 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humorous, relatable school experiences.
Strengthens emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creativity through lively storytelling.
Supports social skill development in young readers.

Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Carly Mills: A New World (Carly Mills Pioneer Girl Book 1)
Jane Smith, 2020
99 pages
Why to read
Time-travel adventure enhances historical knowledge and curiosity.
Strong female protagonist empowers young readers.
Encourages resilience and learning from history.
Supports critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Carly Mills: A New World (Carly Mills Pioneer Girl Book 1)
Jane Smith, 2020
Award winning
I Knew You Could Do It!
Tillman Nancy, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages perseverance and self-confidence in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children's imagination.
Instills the value of support and encouragement.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

I Knew You Could Do It!
Tillman Nancy, 2022
A Little More Like Jesus
David Williams, Zach Williams, Lisa Molloy, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and kindness through engaging narrative.
Supports emotional development and moral understanding.
Inspires self-reflection and personal growth in young readers.
Ideal for family bonding and shared reading sessions.

