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Books like Clare Kirtley Julia Donaldson, Joelle Dreidemy, Pauline Siewert, Deborah Allwright, Andy Hammond, Al’s
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.

Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
Award winning
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of change and personal growth.
Encourages children to embrace new experiences.
Supports development of self-confidence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
The World's Worst Pets
David Walliams, 2022
312 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale sparks joy and creativity in young readers.
Unique pets enhance imagination and emotional development.
Encourages empathy through character-pet relationships.
Supports language skills with playful, vibrant language.

The World's Worst Pets
David Walliams, 2022
Cat Kid Comic Club 3: On Purpose: A Graphic Novel
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through comic creation lessons.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Builds self-expression and storytelling skills.
Engaging illustrations keep young readers captivated.

Cat Kid Comic Club 3: On Purpose: A Graphic Novel
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Narwhal's Sweet Tooth (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #9)
Ben Clanton, 2025
72 pages
Why to read
Funny visuals keep pages turning quickly.
Promotes balanced eating habits playfully.
Celebrates caring, supportive friendships.
Great starter graphic novel format.

Narwhal's Sweet Tooth (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #9)
Ben Clanton, 2025
Tom Gates: Five Star Stories
Liz Pichon, 2023
256 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with creative and humorous storytelling.
Encourages artistic expression through doodles and drawings.
Boosts reading confidence with accessible text layout.
Supports social skills development through relatable scenarios.

Tom Gates: Five Star Stories
Liz Pichon, 2023
This Book Is Definitely Not Cursed
Megan Woodward, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous story sparks imagination and laughter.
Builds resilience and problem-solving skills in young readers.
Characters show teamwork, boosting social development.
Perfect for family bonding during reading time.

This Book Is Definitely Not Cursed
Megan Woodward, 2024
The Book That Really Did Not Want To Be Read
David Sundin, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages interactive and engaging reading sessions.
Fosters creativity and imagination in young readers.
Enhances problem-solving skills through narrative challenges.
Unique, playful format that captivates children.

