Books like The Very Merry Poop Christmas
Award winning
Crankenstein
Samantha Berger, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Delightfully humorous, sparks laughter in young readers.
Explains emotions through vivid, engaging illustrations.
Encourages emotional recognition and self-expression.
Perfect for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

Crankenstein
Samantha Berger, 2021
Award winning
What If...
Mike Curato, Samantha Berger, 2018
34 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through engaging, whimsical scenarios.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in changing situations.
Beautiful, expressive illustrations enhance narrative comprehension.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

What If...
Mike Curato, Samantha Berger, 2018
Award winning
Shelter (Emergent Reader)
Samantha Berger, Susan Cañizares, 1998
16 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of safety and belonging.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Simple text perfect for beginner readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding.

Shelter (Emergent Reader)
Samantha Berger, Susan Cañizares, 1998
Silent Letters: Let's Read
Samantha Berger, WordUnited, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances phonetic skills through interactive silent letter exploration.
Boosts vocabulary and comprehension with engaging activities.
Fosters curiosity about language structure and usage.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading sessions.

Silent Letters: Let's Read
Samantha Berger, WordUnited, 2018
Award winning
Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and mischievous adventures.
Encourages creative solutions to quirky problems.
Illustrates consequences of actions in a fun way.
Enhances vocabulary through lively and descriptive language.

Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
Award winning
Invader from Mars: The Truth About Babies
Peggy Robbins Janousky, Karen Obuhanych, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Introduces early concepts of family and relationships.
Simple language supports cognitive and language development.
Fosters empathy and understanding of a new sibling.
Colorful illustrations keep young readers engaged.

Invader from Mars: The Truth About Babies
Peggy Robbins Janousky, Karen Obuhanych, 2023
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.

How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
Flat Cat
Tara Lazar, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and thinking outside the box.
Enhances empathy through character-driven storyline.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Offers humor and enjoyment in storyline.

