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Award winning
The Sloth Life: Dream On!
Kyla May, Joan Emerson, 2020
112 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity and patience through engaging storyline.
Characters model resilience and determination.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
The Sloth Life: Dream On!
Kyla May, Joan Emerson, 2020
Award winning
The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Adventurous and creative story arc.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances imaginative thinking and creativity.
Ideal for home or classroom shared reading.
The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story aids in confidence-building.
Encourages empathy through Rainbow's unique challenges.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
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
The 143-Story Treehouse
Andy Griffiths, 2021
304 pages
Why to read
Expands creativity with whimsical, adventurous storytelling.
Fosters resilience and resourcefulness through engaging challenges.
Strengthens reading skills with layered, dynamic narratives.
Encourages bonding over shared laughter and discovery.
The 143-Story Treehouse
Andy Griffiths, 2021
Balam and Lluvia's House
Julio Serrano Echeverria, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and adventure.
Characters that reflect diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Encourages inclusivity and cultural understanding.
Strengthens reading skills through layered narrative.
Balam and Lluvia's House
Julio Serrano Echeverria, 2023
Award winning
Hello, Mister Blue
Daria Peoples, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through engaging storytelling.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy.
Hello, Mister Blue
Daria Peoples, 2023
Award winning
The Crayons Go Back to School
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and imagination
Provides a humorous take on school life
Teaches the importance of teamwork and cooperation
Relatable for children starting or returning to school
