Books that build emotional intelligence:

The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld – A gentle story about empathy and handling emotions.

When Sophie Gets Angry- Really, Really Angry by Molly Bang – Helps children understand big emotions

Llama Llama Mad at Mama by Anna Dewdney – A relatable story about frustration and patience.

Books that expand vocabulary and self-expression:

The Word Collector by Peter H. Reynolds – Encourages children to appreciate the beauty of words.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you See? by Bill Martin Jr & Eric Carle – A repetitive, rythmic book that supports language development.

They All Saw a Cat by Brendan Wenzel – Teaches perspective and descriptive language.

Books that foster critical thinkind and problem-solving:

Press Here by Herve Tullet – A fun, interactive book that teaches cause and effect.

Rosie Revere, Engineer by Andrea Beaty – Inspires curiosity and perserverance.

Not a Box by Antoinette Portis – Encourages creative thinking and imagination.

Books that introduce the world and diversity:

Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena – An engaging story about gratitude and perspective 

Thank you, Omu! by Oge Mora  – Celebrates inclusivity and diversity.

The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson  – A beautiful book about embracing differences.

Books that make reading fun and interactive:

The Book with No Pictures by B.J. Novak  – silly and engaging, proving that words alone can be hilarious!

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems – interactive and fantastic for engaging young readers.

There’s a Monster in Your Book by Tom Fletcher – A fun, playful read-aloud.

Books that Strengthen Parent – Child Bonding:

Guess How Much I Love You by Lisa McCourt. – A timeless bedtime story about love.

I Love You, Stinky Face by Lisa McCourt. – A silly but sweet reassurance of unconditional love.

Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown – A classic bedtime favorite