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Award winning
Star Wars Adventures in Wild Space: The Nest: Book 2
Tom Huddleston, Cavan Scott, 2016
75 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and friendship.
Enhances children's imaginative play and creativity.
Introduces young readers to exciting galactic adventures.
Supports development of resilience and cooperation skills.

Star Wars Adventures in Wild Space: The Nest: Book 2
Tom Huddleston, Cavan Scott, 2016
Astrid and the Space Cadets: Attack of the Snailiens!
Alex T. Smith, 2024
123 pages
Why to read
Exciting space adventure captivates children's imagination.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and resilience.
Encourages scientific curiosity and exploration.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Astrid and the Space Cadets: Attack of the Snailiens!
Alex T. Smith, 2024
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
Meanwhile Back on Earth…
Oliver Jeffers, 2022
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey through space and contrasting human conflicts.
Enhances understanding of global perspectives and history.
Encourages empathy and peaceful conflict resolution.
Intricate illustrations complement rich storytelling.

Meanwhile Back on Earth…
Oliver Jeffers, 2022
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Award winning
Iggy the Legend
Annie Barrows, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Features charismatic protagonist, encouraging empathy and connection.
Engages young minds in creative problem-solving.
Supports literacy development through engaging storytelling.

Iggy the Legend
Annie Barrows, 2022
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
Everywhere with You
Carlie Sorosiak, 2022
123 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey enhancing bonding and togetherness.
Showcases resilience and adaptability in changing environments.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Warm illustrations complement the rich, engaging narrative.

