Books like Down by the River: A Family Fly Fishing Story
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.
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
368 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community spirit.
Engages young readers with charming, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Fosters family connections and shared reading moments.
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Award winning
Gone Fishing: A novel in verse
Tamera Will Wissinger, 2013
128 pages
Why to read
Engages children with rhythmic, poetic storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary through unique narrative style.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Captures the excitement of outdoor adventures.
Gone Fishing: A novel in verse
Tamera Will Wissinger, 2013
The Tale of Heidi
Johanna Spyri, 2020
262 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of young, spirited girl in Swiss Alps.
Encourages resilience and empathy through relatable character development.
Explores themes of friendship and personal growth.
Engages young minds in picturesque, impactful storytelling.
The Tale of Heidi
Johanna Spyri, 2020
Award winning
A Different Pond
Bao Phi, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Captures family bonding through fishing early in the morning.
Illuminates immigrant family’s hardworking and loving dynamic.
Introduces cultural diversity and resilience.
Enhances understanding of socio-economic differences.
A Different Pond
Bao Phi, 2017
Award winning
My First Day
Huỳnh Kim Liên, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Captures excitement and anxiety of new experiences.
Encourages adaptation and resilience in young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Strengthens parent-child bonding through shared reading.
My First Day
Huỳnh Kim Liên, 2021
The Boy Who Lived with Dragons
Andy Shepherd, 2021
240 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparking imagination and creativity.
Characters exemplify resilience and friendship.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
