Books like The Velveteen Rabbit Hardcover: The Classic Edition by The New York Times Bestselling Illustrator, Charles Santore (Charles Santore Children's Classics)
Award winning
Illustrated Classics for Children: The Velveteen Rabbit, the Wind in the Willows
Various, Margery Williams Bianco, Johanna Spyri, 2014
1000 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales fostering emotional growth and resilience.
Enhances empathy through vivid, relatable animal characters.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive text.
Encourages imaginative play and deeper family connections.

Illustrated Classics for Children: The Velveteen Rabbit, the Wind in the Willows
Various, Margery Williams Bianco, Johanna Spyri, 2014
Award winning
Tales from a Finnish Tupa
Margery Williams Bianco, James Cloyd Bowman, 1936
280 pages
Why to read
Rich Finnish folklore, captivating young readers.
Enhances cultural awareness and global perspective.
Stimulates imagination through mythical tales.
Promotes values of bravery and wisdom.

Tales from a Finnish Tupa
Margery Williams Bianco, James Cloyd Bowman, 1936
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4)
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through collaborative storytelling.
Enhances social skills and teamwork among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children.
Supports emotional development with relatable scenarios.

Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4)
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Ozma of Oz (Oz Series Book 3)
L. Frank Baum, Lyman Frank Baum, 2021
271 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey enhancing imagination and creativity.
Engaging characters fostering empathy and emotional growth.
Encourages resilience through problem-solving situations.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Ozma of Oz (Oz Series Book 3)
L. Frank Baum, Lyman Frank Baum, 2021
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through enchanting, magical adventures.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging storyline.
Encourages exploration of emotions and relationships.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
Award winning
The Story of a Puppet - Or, The Adventures of Pinocchio - Illustrated by C. Mazzanti
Carlo Collodi, 2021
238 pages
Why to read
Classic tale fosters creativity and moral growth.
Illustrations by C. Mazzanti enhance the storytelling.
Encourages lessons on honesty and accountability.
Ideal for shared reading and engagement.

