Books like Flyaway Katie
Award winning
Picklewitch & Jack and the Sea Wizard's Secret (Picklewitch and Jack Book 3)
Claire Barker, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story sparks imagination and creativity.
Enhances vocabulary and understanding through magical themes.
Encourages empathy and friendship between diverse characters.
Ideal for engaging young readers in shared reading.
Picklewitch & Jack and the Sea Wizard's Secret (Picklewitch and Jack Book 3)
Claire Barker, 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
Emeraldalicious
Victoria Kann, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and environmental awareness.
Incorporates vibrant illustrations to captivate young minds.
Encourages teamwork and caring for nature.
Interactive and engaging narrative.
Emeraldalicious
Victoria Kann, 2013
Award winning
The Magical Yet
Angela Diterlizzi, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and persistence in young minds.
Encourages overcoming obstacles with a positive attitude.
Stimulates imagination through magical storytelling.
Promotes growth mindset, essential for early development.
The Magical Yet
Angela Diterlizzi, 2020
Award winning
Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and resilience.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
Award winning
Little Red Writing
Joan Holub, Melissa Sweet, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity through playful narrative and vibrant illustrations.
Encourages young writers with a positive, empowering message.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching family bonds.
Little Red Writing
Joan Holub, Melissa Sweet, 2013
Award winning
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
44 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and adventure through imaginative storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and empathy.
Strengthens parent-child bonding during shared reading.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
Award winning
Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom
Louis Sachar, 2020
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging, quirky adventures spark imagination.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and social skills.
Ideal for fun, educational family reading.
