Books like The Ice Cream Machine
Award winning
Gladys the Magic Chicken
Adam Rubin, Adam Rex, Listening Library, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale with humor and unexpected twists.
Highlights values of courage and friendship.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in children.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Gladys the Magic Chicken
Adam Rubin, Adam Rex, Listening Library, 2021
Award winning
El Chupacabras
Adam Rubin, Crash McCreery, Listening Library, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with whimsical folklore narrative.
Strengthens Spanish language skills and cultural appreciation.
Encourages creativity through mythical storytelling.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.
El Chupacabras
Adam Rubin, Crash McCreery, Listening Library, 2018
Award winning
Robo-Sauce
Adam Rubin, Listening Library, 2015
46 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and enhance visual learning.
Fosters creativity and innovation through whimsical storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about science and technology.
Interactive narrative ideal for parent-child bonding.
Robo-Sauce
Adam Rubin, Listening Library, 2015
Award winning
Dragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequel
Adam Rubin, Daniel Salmieri, 2017
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous storyline sparks children's imagination.
Introduces sequencing and problem-solving skills effectively.
Emphasizes the importance of teamwork.
Encourages bonding over shared reading moments.
Dragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequel
Adam Rubin, Daniel Salmieri, 2017
Award winning
Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door
Adam Rubin, Daniel Salmieri, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Humorous story enhances engagement and enjoyment.
Teaches valuable lessons about collaboration and friendship.
Supports early development of empathy and social skills.
Colorful illustrations stimulate visual perception and creativity.
Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door
Adam Rubin, Daniel Salmieri, 2016
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fun-filled adventurous tale.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Delightfully quirky, relatable characters.
Supports language development through playful storytelling.
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
What If He Crawls Away?
Renee Joy, 2006
56 pages
Why to read
Engaging story enhances cognitive and imaginative growth.
Characters model resilience and adventurous spirit.
Encourages problem-solving and independence.
Ideal for engaging parent-child reading sessions.
What If He Crawls Away?
Renee Joy, 2006
Award winning
I Really Want to Fly to the Moon!: A Really Bird Story (Really Bird Stories, 3)
Harriet Ziefert, Travis Foster, 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about space and exploration.
Encourages perseverance and chasing dreams.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports language development and narrative comprehension.
