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Winx Club Vol. 1: Welcome to Magix (Winx Club, 1)
Rainbow Spa, Iginio Straffi, 2024
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging magical adventures spark children's imagination.
Characters display teamwork, friendship, and resilience.
Encourages creativity and belief in oneself.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.

Winx Club Vol. 1: Welcome to Magix (Winx Club, 1)
Rainbow Spa, Iginio Straffi, 2024
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports early development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading sessions.

Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
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Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating narrative. - Encourages courage and teamwork in youngsters. - Develops reading fluency and comprehension. - Suitable for beginning independent readers.

Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel (Junie B. Jones Graphic Novels)
Barbara Park, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Laugh-out-loud kindergarten misadventures.
Visual storytelling aids young readers.
Addresses common school anxieties.
Promotes talking about feelings.

Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel (Junie B. Jones Graphic Novels)
Barbara Park, 2025
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Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.

Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
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Pug's Got Talent: A Branches Book
Kyla May, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creative expression.
Highlights teamwork, perseverance in overcoming obstacles.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations.
Ideal for developing early reading skills.

Pug's Got Talent: A Branches Book
Kyla May, 2021
Award winning
Ketanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Kekla Magoon, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through Justice Jackson's real-life story.
Highlights determination in overcoming societal barriers.
Educational insight into the U.S. judicial system.
Encourages discussions on equality and justice.

Ketanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Kekla Magoon, 2023
Award winning
Vera Vance: Comics Star (After-School Superstars)
Claudia Mills, Grace Zong, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through engaging comic book creation.
Addresses challenges in friendships and self-confidence.
Highlights perseverance and personal growth.
Ideal for encouraging artistic expression in children.



