Top-rated books by Joan Aiken
Books like Joan Aiken’s
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
FGTeeV Saves the World!
Fgteev, Miguel Díaz Rivas, 2022
208 pages
Why to read
Action-packed adventure for thrill-loving kids.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Strengthens reading skills and comprehension.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

FGTeeV Saves the World!
Fgteev, Miguel Díaz Rivas, 2022
Award winning
The Princess in Black and the Mermaid Princess
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with fantasy and adventure elements.
Encourages resilience and teamwork in young readers.
Supports language development and reading skills.
Builds empathy through diverse character interactions.

The Princess in Black and the Mermaid Princess
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2022
Asterix: Asterix and the White Iris: Album 40 (Asterix)
Jean-Yves Ferri, Fabcaro, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations ignite imagination and visual engagement.
Encourages historical knowledge through engaging storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills with witty, layered text.
Fosters humor appreciation, enhancing social understanding.

Asterix: Asterix and the White Iris: Album 40 (Asterix)
Jean-Yves Ferri, Fabcaro, 2023
Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Lenny Henry's rise to fame
Encourages perseverance and chasing dreams
Highlights importance of diversity and inclusivity
Engaging and educational read for young children

Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
Award winning
InvestiGators: Take the Plunge
John Green, 2020
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous storyline perfect for young readers.
Characters model teamwork, resilience, and curiosity.
Encourages deductive reasoning and investigative skills.
Combines humor with educational content seamlessly.

InvestiGators: Take the Plunge
John Green, 2020
Award winning
Anzu the Great Kaiju
Benson Shum, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Unleashes creativity with captivating giant monster adventures.
Fosters emotional growth through Anzu's character development.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse creatures.
Ideal for boosting literacy and engagement in young readers.

Anzu the Great Kaiju
Benson Shum, 2022
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
