Books like Hedgehog's Balloon: A Percy the Park Keeper Story
Award winning
A Tangle of Spells
Michelle Harrison, 2021
334 pages
Why to read
Engaging, magical adventure stimulates creativity and imagination.
Features strong, relatable characters promoting resilience and empathy.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving through plot challenges.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.

A Tangle of Spells
Michelle Harrison, 2021
Little Owl Rescue
Rachel Delahaye, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story encourages empathy and animal conservation awareness.
Characters display teamwork, nurturing positive social skills in children.
Engages young readers with captivating wildlife adventures.
Supports language development with simple, clear narrative.

Little Owl Rescue
Rachel Delahaye, 2020
Award winning
The Labyrinth of Doom: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
150 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, engaging storyline captivates young readers.
Characters display teamwork, enhancing social skills development.
Encourages creative thinking and strategic problem-solving.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Labyrinth of Doom: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
Puss in Boots: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Ladybird, Ladybird Books, 2024
48 pages
Why to read
Boosts literacy with engaging, complex sentence structures. - Enhances vocabulary through unique, descriptive language. - Encourages independence in young confident readers. - Strengthens comprehension skills with a detailed storyline.

Puss in Boots: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Ladybird, Ladybird Books, 2024
Award winning
Pugs of the Frozen North
Philip Reeve, 2015
224 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure in a whimsical, snowy world.
Encourages teamwork and perseverance in young readers.
Captivating illustrations enhance storytelling.
Perfect for family bonding over reading.

Pugs of the Frozen North
Philip Reeve, 2015
Award winning
¡Vamos! Let's Cross the Bridge
Raúl The Third, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, dynamic illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Cultural exploration enriches children’s global awareness and understanding.
Supports language development with bilingual English-Spanish text.
Encourages adventure and curiosity in everyday settings.

¡Vamos! Let's Cross the Bridge
Raúl The Third, 2021
Rhinos at Recess
Mary Pope Osborne, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline keeps children engaged.
Highlights teamwork and cooperation skills.
Introduces wildlife conservation in an accessible manner.
Supports language development and comprehension.

Rhinos at Recess
Mary Pope Osborne, 2023
Award winning
Sasha and the Wolfcub
Ann Jungman, 1996
94 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of emotional intelligence.
Ideal for shared reading sessions with parents.

