Explore Our Universe: Discover similar reads
Are We There Yet?: The First Road Trip Across the USA
Stacy Mcanulty, 2025
48 pages
Why to read
Exciting real-life adventure tale.
Introduces U.S. geography playfully.
Models perseverance and innovation.
Humor and dog sidekick delight.

Are We There Yet?: The First Road Trip Across the USA
Stacy Mcanulty, 2025
Award winning
Blood! Not Just a Vampire Drink
Stacy Mcanulty, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging exploration of science behind blood.
Fun, humorous approach eases learning.
Encourages curiosity about human body.
Ideal for young, budding scientists.

Blood! Not Just a Vampire Drink
Stacy Mcanulty, 2022
Award winning
Celebrating North Carolina: 50 States to Celebrate (Green Light Readers Level 3)
Marion Dane Bauer, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Explore North Carolina's rich history and culture.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations and facts.
Boosts geographic and social studies understanding.
Encourages curiosity and learning about diversity.

Celebrating North Carolina: 50 States to Celebrate (Green Light Readers Level 3)
Marion Dane Bauer, 2014
Great Power, No Responsibility (Marvel: Spider-Ham)
Steve Foxe, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humorous, action-packed storytelling.
Enhances imagination with unique, whimsical characters.
Teaches responsibility and consequence through engaging narratives.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

Great Power, No Responsibility (Marvel: Spider-Ham)
Steve Foxe, 2021
Award winning
The Stuff of Stars
Marion Dane Bauer, 2018
34 pages
Why to read
Explores the origins of the universe creatively.
Captivating illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about science and space.
Ideal for bonding over shared reading time.

The Stuff of Stars
Marion Dane Bauer, 2018
Award winning
The Secret of the Painted House
Marion Dane Bauer, Leonid Gore, 2007
112 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery enhances children's curiosity and imagination.
Engaging storyline fosters emotional development and empathy.
Encourages creative thinking and perseverance through challenges.
Ideal for bonding over shared reading sessions.

The Secret of the Painted House
Marion Dane Bauer, Leonid Gore, 2007
The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip: A Graphic Novel (The First Cat in Space, 3)
Mac Barnett, 2025
272 pages, Paperback
Why to read
Laugh-out-loud space hijinks.
Strong teamwork role models.
Easy-to-follow graphic panels.
Great springboard for STEM chats.

The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip: A Graphic Novel (The First Cat in Space, 3)
Mac Barnett, 2025
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.
