Books about Discovery
Award winning
Dawn of the Light Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure stimulates creative thinking.
Characters showcase resilience and teamwork.
Encourages determination through problem-solving challenges.
Ideal for developing early reading skills.

Dawn of the Light Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and resilience.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires wonder through cosmic adventure and discovery.
Enhances understanding of friendship, bravery, and curiosity.
Stimulates interests in astronomy and space exploration.
Supports literacy skills with engaging storytelling techniques.

The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
Award winning
Ralph S. Mouse
Beverly Cleary, 1982
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of adventure and quick-witted mouse.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving themes.
Characters display resilience and courage.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.

Ralph S. Mouse
Beverly Cleary, 1982
Award winning
Daisy’s Defining Day
Sandra V Feder, Susan K. Mitchell, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of self-discovery and personal growth.
Encourages vocabulary development through wordplay.
Supports emotional resilience and confidence building.
Engaging narrative that promotes family discussions.
