Books like Dolphin Ride: Independent Reading Gold 9
Keeping Mum
Jill Atkins, 2004
128 pages
Why to read
Captivating story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Features strong, realistic family relationships.
Encourages resilience and creative problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Keeping Mum
Jill Atkins, 2004
The Great Fire Of London
Jill Atkins, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative enhances historical awareness.
Illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Encourages empathy through relatable character challenges.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.

The Great Fire Of London
Jill Atkins, 1998
Grandad's Magic Torch: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Jill Atkins, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
Boosts imagination with enchanting adventures.
Encourages critical thinking through plot challenges.
Supports development of reading independence.
Engages young readers with relatable characters.

Grandad's Magic Torch: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Jill Atkins, 2020
Town Mouse and Country Mouse Go on a Bus: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Jackie Walter, Edyta Karaban, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure promotes independent reading skills.
Illustrates diversity through city and country settings.
Encourages understanding of different lifestyles.
Enhances vocabulary and language development.

Town Mouse and Country Mouse Go on a Bus: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Jackie Walter, Edyta Karaban, 2024
Dog Man 10: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous storyline enhances reading enjoyment.
Strengthens child's empathy through character relationships.
Encourages resilience and teamwork values.
Perfect balance of adventure and humor.

Dog Man 10: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
Award winning
Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm
Morgan Gold, 2023
164 pages
Why to read
Captivating farm adventure sparks children’s imagination.
Toby, a relatable and lovable canine character.
Encourages empathy and understanding through animal interactions.
Supports language development with simple, engaging narrative.

Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm
Morgan Gold, 2023
Award winning
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Fuses Halloween excitement with enchanting aquatic adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages creativity with unique narwhal-led storyline.
Ideal for bonding over seasonal storytelling.

A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

