Books like Stinky Stern Forever: A Jackson Friends Book
Award winning
Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of relationships and emotional resilience.
Engaging narrative fosters empathy and compassion in readers.
Explores themes of healing and cooperation effectively.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading sessions.

Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2022
Award winning
A Hat for Mrs. Goldman: A Story About Knitting and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates generosity and community spirit.
Encourages empathy and kindness in children.
Illustrates the joy of giving and creativity.
Engaging storytelling with heartwarming illustrations.

A Hat for Mrs. Goldman: A Story About Knitting and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2016
Award winning
Room for the Baby
Michelle Edwards, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness in young characters.
Engaging story about family dynamics and adaptability.
Enhances understanding of sharing and space management.
Warm illustrations, fostering connection and empathy.

Room for the Baby
Michelle Edwards, 2012
Award winning
Always and Forever
Dr Adrienne Garlen, 2021
126 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and resilience.
Engaging storytelling encourages emotional development.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports language skills and comprehension enhancement.

Always and Forever
Dr Adrienne Garlen, 2021
Award winning
Rudi's Pond
Eve Bunting, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of loss and healing through friendship.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Based on real-life experiences, enhancing relatability and understanding.
Supports conversations about grief between children and adults.

Rudi's Pond
Eve Bunting, 1999
Award winning
Goodbye Mousie
Robie H. Harris, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Handles the theme of loss with sensitivity and honesty.
Supports emotional growth by addressing grief in children.
Illustrations that visually captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages conversations about feelings and healing.

Goodbye Mousie
Robie H. Harris, 2001
Award winning
Grandpa and the Kingfisher
Anna Wilson, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming bond between grandpa and grandchild.
Vivid nature descriptions spark curiosity and learning.
Encourages intergenerational relationships and respect.
Supports emotional development through storytelling.

Grandpa and the Kingfisher
Anna Wilson, 2023
Award winning
I've Never Met My Grandpa
Shannon Zigmund, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores family ties with heartwarming, engaging narrative.
Boosts understanding of diverse family structures.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for shared reading sessions and discussions.

