By Joy at the Southern Schoolhouse

This book series has always been one of my top picks for the younger student, and it was a beloved favorite of my own child when he was little.

The Little Blue Truck series is a sweet and fun collection of stories about a cheerful blue truck and his animal friends. With lots of honking and helping, Little Blue Truck shows kids the power of kindness, teamwork, and friendship. Filled with colorful illustrations and catchy rhymes, these books are perfect for young readers and bring smiles all around!

This series pairs perfectly with a sensory box! Add animals, a dump truck, and Little Blue Truck to kinetic sand for a fun, hands-on way to boost story recall and comprehension. It’s a great way to bring the adventure to life while reinforcing the book’s themes!

The There Was an Old Lady series, written by Lucille Colandro, is a delightful collection of humorous and rhythmic stories that follow an eccentric old lady who swallows increasingly silly things, from animals to objects, with each story becoming more fun and imaginative than the last. With catchy rhymes, vibrant illustrations, and a growing list of quirky creatures, these books are a hit with young readers and make for a great read-aloud. The playful repetition and surprises on every page keep kids laughing while strengthening their language skills and memory. It’s a whimsical series that’s perfect for little ones who love a good, silly adventure!

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