Books like Charlie and Lola: I Will Not Ever Never Eat A Tomato
Award winning
Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House
Peter Brown, Haven Kimmel, 2008
160 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family dynamics and friendship.
Encourages resilience and creativity in children.
Engaging narrative that captures young readers' attention.
Supports emotional development and understanding.
Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House
Peter Brown, Haven Kimmel, 2008
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
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
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, 2018
205 pages
Why to read
Combats childhood fears with humor and bravery.
Encourages resilience and self-confidence in young readers.
Stimulates imagination through engaging adventures.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, 2018
Award winning
Superhero Joe and the Creature Next Door
Jacqueline Preiss Weitzman, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating superhero theme enhances imaginative play.
Models friendship and empathy through relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving skills in adventurous scenarios.
Supports reading development in a fun context.
Superhero Joe and the Creature Next Door
Jacqueline Preiss Weitzman, 2013
Stick Dog Slurps Spaghetti
Tom Watson, 2022
240 pages
Why to read
Humorous story enhances children's linguistic and emotional development.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration through engaging narrative.
Develops empathy by exploring diverse perspectives of characters.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
Stick Dog Slurps Spaghetti
Tom Watson, 2022
The Magic Bed
John Burningham, 2003
48 pages
Why to read
Engages creativity with magical adventure.
Encourages independence through relatable protagonist.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Inspires problem-solving through story challenges.
The Magic Bed
John Burningham, 2003
Judy Moody and the Right Royal Tea Party
Megan McDonald, 2019
160 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in history through a fun narrative.
Enhances understanding of family and ancestral connections.
Stimulates imagination with quirky, adventurous events.
Encourages exploration of cultural heritage.
