Books like Chocolatina
Award winning
Doña Esmeralda, Who Ate Everything!
Melissa De La Cruz, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Teaches valuable lessons in moderation and consequences.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character development.
Perfect for interactive read-aloud sessions with children.
Doña Esmeralda, Who Ate Everything!
Melissa De La Cruz, 2022
Award winning
Unicornado: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, imaginative adventure with beloved characters.
Enhances creative thinking and emotional intelligence.
Fun, engaging narrative encourages frequent reading.
Addresses friendship and resilience themes.
Unicornado: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2022
Award winning
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging, suspenseful narrative captivates young readers' attention.
Encourages creativity and curiosity through whimsical storytelling.
Illustrates problem-solving skills in a fun, approachable way.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention in young minds.
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Award winning
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
205 pages
Why to read
Engages creativity through adventure-packed, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens problem-solving skills within a familiar game world.
Fosters a love for reading through relatable characters.
Encourages strategic thinking and decision-making.
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
Award winning
The Ice Cream Vanishes
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Introduces problem-solving in a fun storyline.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Ice Cream Vanishes
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2023
Award winning
InvestiGators: Take the Plunge
John Green, 2020
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous storyline perfect for young readers.
Characters model teamwork, resilience, and curiosity.
Encourages deductive reasoning and investigative skills.
Combines humor with educational content seamlessly.
InvestiGators: Take the Plunge
John Green, 2020
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.
