Books like Spiders!
Award winning
Becoming a Good Creature
Sy Montgomery, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires empathy through engaging animal-human relationships.
Encourages respect for nature and all living creatures.
Illustrations enhance understanding of diverse ecosystems.
Supports emotional and social development in children.

Becoming a Good Creature
Sy Montgomery, 2020
Award winning
Swoop and Soar: How Science Rescued Two Osprey Orphans and Found Them a New Family in the Wild
Deborah Lee Rose, Jane Veltkamp, Deborah Lee Rose and Jane Veltkamp, 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature conservation.
Illustrates the power of science and teamwork.
Engaging narrative fosters curiosity and learning.

Swoop and Soar: How Science Rescued Two Osprey Orphans and Found Them a New Family in the Wild
Deborah Lee Rose, Jane Veltkamp, Deborah Lee Rose and Jane Veltkamp, 2022
Award winning
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Peculiar Pairs in Nature
Sami Bayly, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Showcases intriguing animal pairs, fosters natural curiosity.
Stunning illustrations captivate and engage young minds.
Encourages learning about biodiversity and ecosystems.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Peculiar Pairs in Nature
Sami Bayly, 2021
Award winning
The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey in the Arctic stimulates imagination.
Characters display teamwork, enhancing social development.
Introduces scientific concepts, fostering curiosity.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging narrative.

The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage, 2022
Award winning
The Coquíes Still Sing
Karina Nicole Gonzalez, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Captures the vibrant culture of Puerto Rico.
Highlights resilience through charming animal characters.
Encourages appreciation of nature and biodiversity.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complement the narrative.

The Coquíes Still Sing
Karina Nicole Gonzalez, 2022
Award winning
The World Belonged to Us
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Captures joyful essence of childhood adventures.
Encourages teamwork and community building.
Enhances empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates imagination through vibrant storytelling.

The World Belonged to Us
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
The Sun Never Hurries
Roxane Turcotte, 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, 2024
Award winning
Whale Fall Café
Jacquie Sewell, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explore deep-sea ecosystems in an engaging narrative format.
Inspires curiosity about marine biology and environmental conservation.
Supports comprehension of complex natural processes for young readers.
Encourages empathy towards marine creatures and their habitats.
