Books like After Hamelin
Award winning
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences
Hiruni Kariyawasam, Catherine Stephenson, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages children to be open-minded and accepting of others.
Helps build emotional intelligence and understanding of different perspectives.
Supports character education by highlighting positive values.
Engages young readers with relatable stories and characters.
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences
Hiruni Kariyawasam, Catherine Stephenson, 2023
Award winning
The Princess and the Frog
Offshoot Books, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Classic fairytale with a modern, empowering twist.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in children.
Stimulates discussions on values and responsibilities.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Princess and the Frog
Offshoot Books, 2019
The Golden Wasp
Tony Abbott, 2000
115 pages
Why to read
Adventure fantasy enhancing cognitive and creative development.
Features teamwork, fostering social and emotional skills.
Engages young readers with mystery-solving elements.
Supports vocabulary expansion and reading comprehension.
The Golden Wasp
Tony Abbott, 2000
Award winning
Bone Vol. 3: Eyes of the Storm
Jeff Smith, 1994
196 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline enhances focus and comprehension skills.
Introduces complex themes in a child-friendly manner.
Strengthens empathy through dynamic character relationships.
Bone Vol. 3: Eyes of the Storm
Jeff Smith, 1994
Award winning
Picklewitch & Jack and the Sea Wizard's Secret (Picklewitch and Jack Book 3)
Claire Barker, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story sparks imagination and creativity.
Enhances vocabulary and understanding through magical themes.
Encourages empathy and friendship between diverse characters.
Ideal for engaging young readers in shared reading.
Picklewitch & Jack and the Sea Wizard's Secret (Picklewitch and Jack Book 3)
Claire Barker, 2021
Award winning
The Complete Chronicles of Narnia
C. S. Lewis, 2001
528 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through fantastical worlds.
Teaches values like bravery and loyalty.
Encourages empathy with diverse character struggles.
Provides an adventurous, shared family reading journey.
The Complete Chronicles of Narnia
C. S. Lewis, 2001
Nicholas St North and the Battle of the Nightmare King
William Joyce, Gerard Doyle, Laura Geringer, 2011
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters display courage and teamwork.
Encourages resilience and overcoming fears.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading skills.
Nicholas St North and the Battle of the Nightmare King
William Joyce, Gerard Doyle, Laura Geringer, 2011
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.
