Books like Fourth-Grade Fuss
Award winning
PeeWee & Plush: A Park Pals Adventure (The Pals Park Adventures)
Johanna Hurwitz, 2002
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging animal characters spark imagination and curiosity.
Promotes teamwork, friendship, and problem-solving skills.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching parent-child bonding.

PeeWee & Plush: A Park Pals Adventure (The Pals Park Adventures)
Johanna Hurwitz, 2002
Award winning
Mighty Monty: More First-Grade Adventures
Johanna Hurwitz, 2008
112 pages
Why to read
Captures first-grade experiences, fostering connection.
Enhances problem-solving through engaging storylines.
Illustrations enhance reading comprehension and enjoyment.
Supports development of empathy and social skills.

Mighty Monty: More First-Grade Adventures
Johanna Hurwitz, 2008
Award winning
Blue, Barry & Pancakes: Enter the Underground Throwdown
Dan Abdo, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Exciting underground adventure captivates young readers.
Characters show teamwork, friendship, and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving through engaging storyline.
Warm illustrations stimulate visual interest and creativity.

Blue, Barry & Pancakes: Enter the Underground Throwdown
Dan Abdo, 2022
Double Bass Blues
Andrea J. Loney, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases the perseverance and dedication of a young musician.
Highlights the emotional power of music in storytelling.
Encourages resilience amidst challenges and adversities.
Captures diverse cultural aspects through vibrant illustrations.

Double Bass Blues
Andrea J. Loney, 2019
Award winning
FGTeeV: Out of Time!
Fgteev, Miguel Díaz Rivas, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and curiosity.
Characters model teamwork and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Engaging narrative promotes a love for reading.

FGTeeV: Out of Time!
Fgteev, Miguel Díaz Rivas, 2024
Award winning
Two-Headed Chicken
Tom Angleberger, 2022
208 pages
Why to read
Creative story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Highlights teamwork, unity among diverse characters.
Engages children in problem-solving adventures.
Supports language development through playful text.

Two-Headed Chicken
Tom Angleberger, 2022
Dennis & Gnasher: Little Menace’s Great Escape
Beano Studios, I.P. Daley, Beano, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story promoting curiosity and exploration.
Encourages resilience and innovative thinking in children.
Fun-filled escapades which foster reading engagement.
Perfect for encouraging parent-child shared reading moments.

Dennis & Gnasher: Little Menace’s Great Escape
Beano Studios, I.P. Daley, Beano, 2023
Award winning
Wolf Story
William McCleery, 2021
39 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of adventure and cleverness.
Encourages creativity and strategic thinking in children.
Strengthens parent-child bond through shared reading.
Addresses themes of resilience and problem-solving.

