Reader's Choice, Global Book, and Literary Titan Gold Award Winner!

Looking for a heartwarming read-aloud picture book about curiosity, courage, and a love of reading?

Meet Benjamin -- a small worm with a big imagination.

While the other worms are happy with their everyday routines, Benjamin dreams of something more. He wants to read real books. Determined to find them, he sets off on a journey beyond what he knows -- facing challenges along the way and discovering that he doesn't have to do it alone.

With courage, curiosity, and the help of new friends, Benjamin learns that following your dreams can lead to extraordinary adventures, and that even the smallest reader can discover a big, beautiful world through books.

Perfect for ages 3-7, Books For Benjamin is an engaging bedtime story and classroom read-aloud that explores:

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A love of books, libraries, and reading

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Curiosity and imagination

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Courage to try new things

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Friendship and community

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Early problem-solving and emotional growth

Ideal for parents, teachers, and librarians, this picture book fits seamlessly into:

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Bedtime reading routines

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Kindergarten and early elementary classroom read-alouds

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Library storytime and literacy programs

Benjamin's story is both playful and meaningful, encouraging young readers to follow their curiosity, embrace new experiences, and discover the joy of books.

Start the adventure that began it all.

Continue Benjamin's journey!

If your child loves Benjamin's first adventure, don't miss the next book: No Books For Benjamin? where Benjamin and his friends learn how teamwork, creativity, and resilience can solve big problems.

More Benjamin and Friends adventures are on the way -- perfect for growing readers who love stories about friendship, discovery, and imagination.

• We started tracking this book on November 5, 2022.
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• Lending: Disabled
• Print Length: 32 Pages