Books like Hippo! No, Rhino
Award winning
Anzu the Great Listener
Benson Shum, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Cultivates active listening and empathy in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Encourages meaningful conversations between parents and children.
Anzu the Great Listener
Benson Shum, 2023
Award winning
Mr Cool
Adam Hargreaves, Hargreaves-Roger, Roger Hargreaves, 2008
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale sparks imagination and joy.
Characters embody resilience and positive problem-solving.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
Mr Cool
Adam Hargreaves, Hargreaves-Roger, Roger Hargreaves, 2008
Award winning
Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of overcoming barriers.
Enhances interest in math and science.
Promotes resilience and perseverance.
Ideal for shared reading family time.
Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
Award winning
InvestiGators: Braver and Boulder (InvestiGators, 5)
John Green, 2022
208 pages
Why to read
Engages children with adventure and humor. - Enhances critical thinking through mystery solving. - Emphasizes teamwork and friendship. - Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
InvestiGators: Braver and Boulder (InvestiGators, 5)
John Green, 2022
Award winning
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and mystery enhance cognitive and perceptual skills.
Stimulates imagination, fosters creativity in young minds.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through captivating narrative.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, 2022
Award winning
Franklin and the Gecko Games (Franklin and Friends)
Harry Endrulat, 2013
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline that captivates young readers.
Introduces basic concepts of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages curiosity and interactive play.
Ideal for developing early reading skills.
Franklin and the Gecko Games (Franklin and Friends)
Harry Endrulat, 2013
Award winning
Wilf The Mighty Worrier Saves the World
Georgia Pritchett, Jamie Littler, 2015
126 pages
Why to read
Encourages bravery and courage in young readers.
Addresses anxiety with humor and understanding.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading moments.
Wilf The Mighty Worrier Saves the World
Georgia Pritchett, Jamie Littler, 2015
Award winning
Pete the Cat and the Space Chase
Kimberly Dean, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting outer space adventure stimulates imagination.
Pete the Cat promotes teamwork and resilience.
Enhances early literacy and vocabulary skills.
Engages children in a fun learning journey.
