Books like Whales: diving into the unknown
Award winning
Tokyo Night Parade
J.P. Takahashi, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant Tokyo culture through fantastical elements.
Encourages empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Tokyo Night Parade
J.P. Takahashi, 2023
Award winning
Maribel's Year
Michelle Sterling, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with vibrant, illustrative storytelling.
Develops empathy and understanding through diverse character experiences.
Encourages resilience and perseverance through narrative challenges.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.

Maribel's Year
Michelle Sterling, 2023
Award winning
My Weird School Graphic Novel: Dorks in New York!
Dan Gutman, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in New York City.
Encourages creativity and social skills development.
Enhances vocabulary through engaging dialogue.
Supports emotional growth and friendship values.

My Weird School Graphic Novel: Dorks in New York!
Dan Gutman, 2023
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through playful, imaginative language.
Supports language development with engaging, quirky dialogues.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Builds vocabulary with unique and amusing wordplay.

Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.

Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story aids in confidence-building.
Encourages empathy through Rainbow's unique challenges.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
Award winning
You Will Do Great Things
Amerie, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires confidence and ambition in young readers.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and creativity.
Colorful illustrations to captivate and engage children.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

