Books like Where Are My Glasses?
HOW THE GATOR'S SNOUT GREW OUT
Pearson Prentice Hall, Dominie Elementary, 1997
23 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Teaches resilience through adventurous storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about nature and animals.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.

HOW THE GATOR'S SNOUT GREW OUT
Pearson Prentice Hall, Dominie Elementary, 1997
Dog Man 10: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous storyline enhances reading enjoyment.
Strengthens child's empathy through character relationships.
Encourages resilience and teamwork values.
Perfect balance of adventure and humor.

Dog Man 10: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
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
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.

Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
The Sun Never Hurries
Roxane Turcotte, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through vibrant, engaging storytelling.
Supports understanding of time, patience, and natural processes.
Strengthens reading skills with rhythmic, easy-to-follow text.
Offers a comforting, reassuring narrative for young readers.
