Books like Turtle's Penguin Day
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.

The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.

Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Award winning
Remember to Dream, Ebere
Cynthia Erivo, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages dreaming and imagination in children.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing attention and stimulating visuals.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and hope.
Suitable for parent-child bonding during storytime.

Remember to Dream, Ebere
Cynthia Erivo, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
Award winning
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity through fun, magical adventures.
Enhances emotional understanding and friendships.
Engages young readers with humor and wit.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.

Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
Award winning
Double Fudge
Judy Blume, 2002
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging story that sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters that teach valuable life lessons.
Encourages understanding of money management.
Ideal for family reading sessions.

Double Fudge
Judy Blume, 2002
Award winning
Otter Loves Halloween!
Sam Garton, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Captures Halloween excitement through Otter's charming adventures.
Enhances emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Encourages creativity and self-expression through costume themes.
Supports early literacy skills with simple, engaging text.

Otter Loves Halloween!
Sam Garton, 2015
Award winning
Phantom Lollipop Man
Pamela Butchart, 2018
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery keeps children engaged.
Encourages creativity through fantastical elements.
Strengthens reading skills and imagination.
Ideal for family reading time bonding.

Phantom Lollipop Man
Pamela Butchart, 2018
Award winning
Molly Morningstar: A Doll for Me
Andrea Coke, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Cultivates empathy through character interactions.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.
Supports emotional development and self-expression.
Encourages creativity and personal growth.

