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If you’re in the early reader stage, you know the struggle: finding books your child can actually read and enjoy. That’s exactly why the Elephant & Piggie series by Mo Willems has become a go-to for so many families. These books aren’t just “learn-to-read” books; they’re fun adventures kids get to go on.

Not sure which adventure to start with? “Should I Share My Ice Cream?” is one of our personal favorites. Our bookstore also has collection bundles of the Elephant & Piggie series for your family to enjoy. 

1. They Make Early Reading Feel Easy (and Fun)

Most early reader books feel… well, a little boring. Not these! The Elephant & Piggie books are written with simple vocabulary, repetition, and short sentences, making them perfect for kids just learning to decode words.

But what really sets them apart?

• Speech bubbles make it easy to follow who’s talking
• Repetition builds confidence quickly
• Short length keeps kids engaged

Your child doesn’t feel like they’re “learning to read,” they feel like they’re actually reading a real story.

2. Built for Confidence + Word Recognition

If you’ve ever watched your child light up when they recognize a word on their own… you know how big that moment is. This series is designed for exactly that.

Because the books use:

• Repeated phrases
• Predictable dialogue
• Clear visual cues

Kids start recognizing words faster, and that builds momentum. It’s one of the fastest ways to turn “I can’t read” into “I did it!”

3. They Teach Big Life Lessons (Without Feeling Like a Lesson)

This is where “Should I Share My Ice Cream?” really shines.

At its core, the series is all about:

• Friendship
• Empathy
• Problem-solving
• Sharing

These books show kids what it looks like to be a good friend, not by lecturing, but through funny, relatable situations.

In “Should I Share My Ice Cream?”, kids experience:

• The internal struggle of sharing
• Thinking about others
• Making kind choices

And the best part? They feel the lesson instead of being told it.

4. They’re Meant to Be Read Together

These books are basically mini plays.

Each character has their own voice, making it perfect for:

• Parent + child reading together
• Sibling read-alouds
• Building confidence through “acting it out”

The conversational style helps kids read with expression and emotion, not just flat words on a page. And honestly? It makes reading way more fun for you too.

5. They Turn Kids Into Readers Who Want to Read

Here’s the real win: Kids don’t just read these once. They request them.

The humor, the expressions, the drama, it all pulls kids in. These books are known for turning reluctant readers into kids who “can’t stop reading.” And that’s the goal, right? Not just reading, but loving it.

If you’re looking for books that actually work for early readers, the Elephant & Piggie Biggie! series is it.

Not because it’s award-winning.Not because it’s popular. But because it does what matters most, helping kids feel confident, building foundational reading skills, teaching meaningful life lessons, and making reading something they truly love.