Books about Discovery
Award winning
Mystery Ranch
Gertrude Chandler Warner, 1957
128 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with intriguing adventures and mysteries.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.

Mystery Ranch
Gertrude Chandler Warner, 1957
Award winning
Robbie Raptor and the Invisiloop
Taylor Fox, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline; introduces science and history concepts.
Encourages creativity through Robbie’s inventive challenges.
Strengthens reading skills with interactive text layout.
Supports emotional development with teamwork themes.

Robbie Raptor and the Invisiloop
Taylor Fox, 2023
Award winning
I Will Miss You Lahaina Town
Maria S. Messimer, 2023
79 pages
Why to read
Captures essence of Lahaina with vivid, engaging storytelling.
Encourages emotional resilience and handling change.
Supports understanding of cultural and geographical diversity.
Fosters a love for exploration and adventure.

I Will Miss You Lahaina Town
Maria S. Messimer, 2023
The Kingfisher Atlas of Exploration and Empires: A Pictorial Guide to the Golden Age of Discovery, 1
Simon Adams, 2007
48 pages
Why to read
Explores captivating global Age of Discovery events.
Enhances historical knowledge and cultural awareness.
Stimulates curiosity about world explorations and empires.
Vivid illustrations aid in visual learning.

The Kingfisher Atlas of Exploration and Empires: A Pictorial Guide to the Golden Age of Discovery, 1
Simon Adams, 2007
Award winning
Splat the Dinosaur
Kate Church, Zac Church, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Creative storytelling sparks imagination and curiosity.
Introduces early concepts of friendship and teamwork.
Engages young readers with vivid illustrations.
Supports language development and early literacy.

Splat the Dinosaur
Kate Church, Zac Church, 2023
Award winning
What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about astronomy and history.
Celebrates perseverance and problem-solving skills.
Based on real-life astronomer, Maria Mitchell.
Encourages exploration and discovery in young readers.

What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, 2019
Award winning
The Unwelcome Surprise
Olga Herrera, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline encourages curiosity and exploration.
Characters face challenges, teaching resilience and empathy.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through enjoyable narrative.

The Unwelcome Surprise
Olga Herrera, 2023
Award winning
Peter the Skeeter
Lacey M Vidrine, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Engages children with lively, captivating narrative.
Introduces concepts of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages empathy and understanding through characters.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
