Top-rated books by Lynda Calvert-Weyant
Books like Lynda Calvert-Weyant’s
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird (Lightfall 2)
Tim Probert, 2022
249 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure fosters creativity.
Builds resilience through character challenges.
Enhances problem-solving with intricate plot twists.
Strengthens reading skills in young readers.
Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird (Lightfall 2)
Tim Probert, 2022
Santa's Postbox: (With a Letter to Write to Santa)
Emma Yarlett, IglooBooks, 2023
22 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through interactive letter-writing to Santa.
Enhances literacy with engaging narrative and structured activity.
Stimulates early childhood development in communication skills.
Supports family bonding over holiday traditions and stories.
Santa's Postbox: (With a Letter to Write to Santa)
Emma Yarlett, IglooBooks, 2023
Nativity Magic Painting Book
Abigail Wheatley, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging, magical painting activities.
Enhances motor skills through interactive artistic expression.
Introduces the Nativity story in an accessible format.
Encourages bonding through shared parent-child activity time.
Nativity Magic Painting Book
Abigail Wheatley, 2024
Reading Champion: Cinderella: Independent Reading Gold 9
Damian Harvey, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Classic tale with a fresh, engaging twist.
Encourages independent reading and comprehension.
Boosts empathy through relatable character challenges.
Ideal for advancing young readers' confidence.
Reading Champion: Cinderella: Independent Reading Gold 9
Damian Harvey, 2024
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through enchanting, magical adventures.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging storyline.
Encourages exploration of emotions and relationships.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
