The Good Egg

Author: Jory John

Illustrator: Pete Oswald

Summary: It’s hard being the only “good egg” in the dozen. While the other “bad eggs” throw temper tantrums and break all their toys, Good Egg spends his days trying to help others. Eventually, the pressure to be good takes a toll on him and he starts to crack. Will Good Egg find a healthy balance between being good to himself as well as good to his fellow eggs? Be ready for lots of laughs in this endearing book about the importance of self-care.

Recommended Ages: 5 to 9 years

Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a fun story to read to open a discussion about the pressures of being perfect and how to find a happy balance in life.

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The Case of the Missing Chalk Drawings

Author: Richard Byrne

Illustrator: Richard Byrne

Summary: Sergeant Blue has been hired by the chalks to figure out who keeps stealing their beautiful chalk drawings. But who could it be? Suspects are rounded up and questioned, but before Sergeant Blue can arrest the thief, he escapes again! Will this case ever get closed? You and your kids will be sure to giggle at the colorful characters!

Recommended Ages: 4 to 8 years

Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This would be a fun book to talk about the parts of a mystery story, and the importance of accepting differences in friends.

Love, Z

Author: Jessie Sima

Illustrator: Jessie Sima

Summary: Z, a small robot, finds an unexpected treasure inside a bottle with the message “Love, Beatrice” and begins to wonder what “love” means. When the other robots aren’t able tell help him, he sets out on an adventure to find the answer himself. But was the answer waiting for him back at home all along? You and your child will be sure to snuggle at the end of this sweet story.

Recommended Ages: 4 to 8 years

Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a a great story to use to talk about all the ways you can show your love for someone.

Perfect

Author: Max Amato

Illustrator: Max Amato

Summary: Trouble follows when a nit-picky Eraser, who only wants a nice clean page, is confronted by a mischievous Pencil, who only wants to scribble and have fun! Will Eraser and Pencil continue to fight or will they find a way to work together? You and your child will be sure to have fun in this imaginative story.

Recommended Ages: 3 to 6 years

Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to use to talk about how to get along with others, and how to find ways to work together.

Extension Activities: Check out the fun activities to do with the book. Click here!