Books like Emma's River
Award winning
Joe and the Hidden Horseshoe: Book 1 (The Horseshoe Trilogy)
Victoria Eveleigh, 2013
161 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story promotes curiosity and discovery.
Offers valuable life lessons through relatable situations.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Encourages connection with nature and animal care.

Joe and the Hidden Horseshoe: Book 1 (The Horseshoe Trilogy)
Victoria Eveleigh, 2013
Award winning
Lily to the Rescue: Foxes in a Fix (Lily to the Rescue!, 7)
W. Bruce Cameron, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative, fostering curiosity and imagination.
Stimulates empathy through animal rescue themes.
Encourages teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Perfect for enhancing young readers' vocabulary.

Lily to the Rescue: Foxes in a Fix (Lily to the Rescue!, 7)
W. Bruce Cameron, 2021
Award winning
Super Fly Guy! (Fly Guy #2) (2)
Tedd Arnold, 2006
30 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline with humorous adventures.
Encourages friendship values and teamwork.
Enhances early literacy and reading comprehension.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.

Super Fly Guy! (Fly Guy #2) (2)
Tedd Arnold, 2006
Award winning
Goats for Christmas: Calpurnia Tate, Girl Vet
Jacqueline Kelly, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Inspires interest in animals and nature.
Encourages compassion and responsibility.
Engaging historical setting enhances learning.
Supports development of scientific curiosity.

Goats for Christmas: Calpurnia Tate, Girl Vet
Jacqueline Kelly, 2024
Everybody Jam
Ali Lewis, 2011
336 pages
Why to read
Captures essence of family dynamics and resilience.
Encourages understanding of different life challenges.
Fosters empathy and personal growth in young readers.
Ideal for discussions on emotional and social issues.

Everybody Jam
Ali Lewis, 2011
Antoine de Saint-Exupery: (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires children with Antoine de Saint-Exupery's adventurous life.
Encourages dreaming big and embracing creativity in problem-solving.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations support literacy and focus.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Antoine de Saint-Exupery: (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Worried Wombat
Amelia Cobb, 2024
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story enhances children’s imaginative thinking.
Introduces empathy through relatable animal characters.
Encourages problem-solving skills in engaging scenarios.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Worried Wombat
Amelia Cobb, 2024
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

