Books like Dudley
Award winning
The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and kindness in children.
Boosts creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness.
Engaging narrative encourages interactive reading.
The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
Award winning
Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery, thrilling twists, and educational content.
Captivating animal characters, forming emotional connections.
Enhances reading skills, encourages exploration and curiosity.
Addresses teamwork, friendship values in lively narration.
Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
Award winning
Gemma and the Giant Girl
Sara O'Leary, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and imagination in young readers.
Addresses themes of friendship and understanding.
Enhances language and cognitive development.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.
Gemma and the Giant Girl
Sara O'Leary, 2021
Award winning
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through playful, imaginative language.
Supports language development with engaging, quirky dialogues.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Builds vocabulary with unique and amusing wordplay.
Gibberish
Young Vo, 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
So Wrong 3: (funny books for 9-12 year olds)
Michael Wagner, 2020
162 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous narrative captivates young readers.
Enhances creative thinking and imagination.
Characters navigate relatable, real-life scenarios.
Encourages independent reading, boosts literacy skills.
So Wrong 3: (funny books for 9-12 year olds)
Michael Wagner, 2020
Award winning
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant journey through the colorful streets of Havana.
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
Rich cultural immersion that fosters global awareness.
Engaging narrative that builds relatability and empathy.
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
Award winning
The Tocks on the Clock (Desi & Friends)
Jozef K Richards, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline enhances time-telling skills and concepts.
Diverse characters promote inclusivity and cultural awareness.
Encourages mathematical thinking and strategic problem-solving.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold young readers' attention.
