Books like Alcatoe and the Turnip Child
Award winning
Barb the Brave
Dan Abdo, Dan & Jason, Jason Patterson, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through bravery and resilience themes.
Engaging illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Supports development of emotional and social skills.
Encourages independence and self-confidence in young readers.

Barb the Brave
Dan Abdo, Dan & Jason, Jason Patterson, 2023
Award winning
Beast Quest: New Blood
Adam Blade, 2019
192 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through captivating mythical beast adventures.
Strengthens reader’s problem-solving and resilience skills.
Characters exemplify teamwork and valuing differences.
Ideal balance of excitement and educational content.

Beast Quest: New Blood
Adam Blade, 2019
Award winning
How Many?
Christopher Danielson, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters mathematical thinking and numerical curiosity.
Encourages interaction through open-ended questions.
Enhances counting skills in real-world contexts.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.

How Many?
Christopher Danielson, 2019
Award winning
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, Stacy Curtis, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.

Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, Stacy Curtis, 2022
Award winning
The Frog Prince Continued
Jon Scieszka, Catherine Lukas, Steve Johnson, Patrick Girard Lawlor, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Continues the classic tale with a creative twist.
Encourages resilience through engaging narrative.
Strengthens language skills with rhythmic text.
Supports emotional development and empathy.

The Frog Prince Continued
Jon Scieszka, Catherine Lukas, Steve Johnson, Patrick Girard Lawlor, 1991
Award winning
Super Frozen Magic Forest
Matty Long, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, magical story sparks imagination.
Characters show teamwork and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Colorful illustrations engage and delight young readers.

Super Frozen Magic Forest
Matty Long, 2018
Award winning
The Legend of Dave the Villager Books 6-10 Illustrated: A Collection of Unofficial Minecraft Books
Dave Villager, 2021
514 pages
Why to read
Engaging pixelated adventure enhances problem-solving skills.
Relatable heroes inspire creativity and perseverance in young readers.
Encourages exploration of virtual worlds, fostering digital literacy.
Illustrated format brings Minecraft universe to life, ensuring fun.

The Legend of Dave the Villager Books 6-10 Illustrated: A Collection of Unofficial Minecraft Books
Dave Villager, 2021
Award winning
Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior: From Seeds to Swords: An Unofficial Minecraft Adventure (Volume 2)
Cube Kid, 2016
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure sparks imagination and creativity.
Builds problem-solving skills through game-based challenges.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances strategic thinking in a fun way.
