Books like Horrid Henry Wakes the Dead
Horrid Henry: 12 Stories of Christmas
Francesca Simon, 2022
208 pages
Why to read
Captivating Christmas adventures for endless holiday fun.
Features mischievous yet relatable protagonist, Henry.
Encourages creativity and laughter in young readers.
Ideal for engaging family reading sessions during holidays.
Horrid Henry: 12 Stories of Christmas
Francesca Simon, 2022
Award winning
Two Terrible Vikings
Francesca Simon, 2020
136 pages
Why to read
Vibrant adventure, fosters creativity and imagination.
Highlights values of teamwork and resilience.
Engaging narrative, enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
Two Terrible Vikings
Francesca Simon, 2020
Award winning
Helping Hercules
Francesca Simon, Ros Asquith, 1999
128 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with mythological adventures.
Enhances knowledge of Greek mythology through interactive stories.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages curiosity and love for ancient history.
Helping Hercules
Francesca Simon, Ros Asquith, 1999
Award winning
The Naughtiest Unicorn and the Spooky Surprise
Pip Bird, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters teach valuable lessons on friendship and bravery.
Perfect for boosting early reading skills and confidence.
Encourages family bonding through shared spooky fun.
The Naughtiest Unicorn and the Spooky Surprise
Pip Bird, 2023
Award winning
Best in Show for Rotten Ralph: A Rotten Ralph Rotten Reader (Rotten Ralph Rotten Readers)
Jack Gantos, 1998
48 pages
Why to read
Humorous storyline encourages engagement and joy in reading.
Highlights themes of competition and sportsmanship.
Supports character development and empathy.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
Best in Show for Rotten Ralph: A Rotten Ralph Rotten Reader (Rotten Ralph Rotten Readers)
Jack Gantos, 1998
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
Bunny vs Monkey: Machine Mayhem
Jamie Smart, 2022
144 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters curiosity and engagement. - Encourages teamwork and friendship values. - Stimulates creativity through quirky, inventive scenarios. - Perfect for enhancing young readers' cognitive skills.
Bunny vs Monkey: Machine Mayhem
Jamie Smart, 2022
Award winning
Dennis the Menace: A Splashing Time (Beano Collection)
Rachel Elliott, D.C. Thomson & Company Limited, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventures spark creativity and imagination.
Relatable mischief encourages understanding of consequences.
Vibrant illustrations enhance reading engagement.
Fun, familiar characters promote consistent reading enjoyment.
