Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
Enjoy this timeless, acclaimed picture book that has become a favorite of children and adults. Kids go on a "wild" ride of adventure as they confront and are comforted by complex feelings and emotions. Sail off together to the land of the Wild Things.
The Red Balloon by Albert Lamorisse
This magical adventure of a lonely little boy under the supervision of a strict nanny captures the true spirit and poignancy of the power of friendship, and how disappointment and loss—the inevitable realities of life—can be healed through the special bonds of a real, true friend.
It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel by Jamie Lee Curtis; illustrated by Laura Cornell
"It's hard to be five. I'm little no more." In this playful, illustrated book of singsong verse about the "good old days," a confused and frustrated 5-year-old tries to make sense of his ever-changing world. Kids will relate to the boy's mixed emotions as he learns about courtesy, manners, and self-control.
The Mitten: A Ukrainian Folktale adapted and illustrated by Jan Brett
Jan Brett's classic retelling of a boy's lost white mitten and all the animals—from a mouse to a bear—that make that small mitten their new home. Intricate, innovative full-color illustrations border each page to alert the reader to what comes next.
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale by Mo Willems
In this heartwarming lost and found story, little Trixie happily goes on errands with her dad, only to find upon their return that her beloved stuffed bunny has been left behind. When dad finds her toy, Trixie rewards her parents with a gift that all parents are waiting for: her first words.
