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Top-rated books by Doug Tennapel
Cardboard
Age: 10-14
The Rise of Herk (Nnewts #2) (2)
Age: 8-12
Books like Doug Tennapel’s
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
Award winning
Impossible Creatures
Katherine Rundell, 2023
368 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting mythical beings.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports cognitive development with complex narratives.
Impossible Creatures
Katherine Rundell, 2023
Award winning
The Wind in the Willows (Classics Made Easy): Unabridged, with Comprehensive Glossary, Biographical Article, and Historical Context
Kenneth Grahame, 2021
320 pages
Why to read
Timeless adventure enriches imagination and moral understanding.
Comprehensive glossary supports vocabulary expansion.
Biographical and historical context deepens understanding.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.
The Wind in the Willows (Classics Made Easy): Unabridged, with Comprehensive Glossary, Biographical Article, and Historical Context
Kenneth Grahame, 2021
Award winning
Garlic and the Witch
Bree Paulsen, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and courage.
Enhances creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Garlic and the Witch
Bree Paulsen, 2022
Award winning
Greenwild: The World Behind the Door
Pari Thomson, Alan Baker, 2023
364 pages
Why to read
Boosts creativity through magical and engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy with diverse, relatable character experiences.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Greenwild: The World Behind the Door
Pari Thomson, Alan Baker, 2023
The Eyes and the Impossible
Dave Eggers, 2023
304 pages
Why to read
Cultivates imagination with a captivating, adventurous storyline.
Characters demonstrate resilience and problem-solving skills.
Encourages creativity and critical thinking in young readers.
Provides a thrilling yet educational reading experience.
The Eyes and the Impossible
Dave Eggers, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages positive values like friendship and bravery.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills.
