5 books actress and attachment parenting advocate Mayim Bialik reads to her kids

"With so many of this generation's kids 'different' somehow — diet, religious distinctions, 'different' social development, developmental and social delays — this book is a wonderful conversation starter about what makes us all different and how we are the same," Bialik tells NPR. "It highlights the importance of seeing differences as normal, and makes any 'different' child feel not less different, but less of an outsider."

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"These stories are perfect for new readers, but usually my boys like to listen," Bialik tells NPR. "The morals are simple and elegant, and very gently introduced."

She says the stories of two friends with two distinct personalities are great for kids of all ages, and explore things like fear and learning new skills.

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Bialik describes this as a "story of a bull who just wants to smell the flowers and not be a big mean tough bull." She says it's a great read for sensitive kids, especially.

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"Such a glorious tale of a child who gets lost, and the love of his parents brings him back," Bialik tells NPR.

While she says the themes are a little heavy and mature for kids, the illustrations will help them fall in love with the character and his unusual predicament.

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