Books like Bluey: Mum School
Award winning
Dahlia
Barbara McClintock, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and imagination.
Characters display resilience and growth, ideal for young minds.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Perfect blend of fun and learning, enhances reading skills.
Dahlia
Barbara McClintock, 2002
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
If I Had a Crocodile
Gabby Dawnay, DAWNAY GABBY/BARROW, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages imaginative play and creativity in children.
Features engaging, relatable themes of friendship and adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with rhythmic, playful language.
Suitable for read-aloud family bonding moments.
If I Had a Crocodile
Gabby Dawnay, DAWNAY GABBY/BARROW, 2023
Award winning
Polly Diamond and the Topsy-Turvy Day: Book 3
Alice Kuipers, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through magical, engaging storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills effectively.
Fosters resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Polly Diamond and the Topsy-Turvy Day: Book 3
Alice Kuipers, 2023
Award winning
Madame Badobedah
Sophie Dahl, 2020
56 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, whimsical adventure fosters curiosity and imagination.
Builds empathy through diverse, intriguing characters.
Encourages exploration of intergenerational friendships.
Enhances understanding of empathy and kindness.
Madame Badobedah
Sophie Dahl, 2020
Cat Kid Comic Club 4: Collaborations: from the Creator of Dog Man
Dav Pilkey, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Creative adventures spark imagination and teamwork.
Engaging characters foster relatability and emotional growth.
Encourages creative collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Fun, educational content suitable for young readers.
Cat Kid Comic Club 4: Collaborations: from the Creator of Dog Man
Dav Pilkey, 2019
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.
