Books like How Not To Be A Vampire Slayer
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.

Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
Award winning
Lost in the Storm
Carol Carrick, Donald Carrick, Paddy Bouma, 1995
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale, captivating young readers' imaginations.
Highlights resilience, courage in face of challenges.
Enhances emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Ideal for parent-child bonding during reading time.

Lost in the Storm
Carol Carrick, Donald Carrick, Paddy Bouma, 1995
Award winning
Sherlock Holmes and the Disappearing Diamonds
Sam Hearn, Dylanna Press, 2018
147 pages
Why to read
Mystery plot stimulates critical thinking and curiosity.
Engaging, age-appropriate adaptation of classic Sherlock Holmes.
Encourages deductive reasoning and attention to detail.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging storytelling.

Sherlock Holmes and the Disappearing Diamonds
Sam Hearn, Dylanna Press, 2018
Award winning
Home, Stinky Home (Lilo & Stitch) (Step into Reading, Level 2)
Melissa Lagonegro, Rh Disney, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure keeps young readers engaged.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving with entertaining challenges.
Supports early reading skills in a captivating way.

Home, Stinky Home (Lilo & Stitch) (Step into Reading, Level 2)
Melissa Lagonegro, Rh Disney, 2004
Award winning
How to Build a Hug: Temple Grandin and Her Amazing Squeeze Machine
Amy Guglielmo, Jacqueline Tourville, Giselle Potter, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Illustrates importance of innovation and creativity.
Encourages empathy and understanding of different perspectives.
Inspiring story of overcoming challenges.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving.

How to Build a Hug: Temple Grandin and Her Amazing Squeeze Machine
Amy Guglielmo, Jacqueline Tourville, Giselle Potter, 2018
Award winning
Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants: The Questioneers Book #2
Andrea Beaty, David Roberts, 2019
144 pages
Why to read
Sparks curiosity through science and exploration themes.
Encourages persistence in solving challenging problems.
Enhances vocabulary with engaging, dynamic language.
Emphasizes teamwork in overcoming obstacles.

Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants: The Questioneers Book #2
Andrea Beaty, David Roberts, 2019
Richard Scarry's Best Teacher Ever!: A Book for Busy, Busy Teachers (Richard Scarry Best Ever Books)
Richard Scarry, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates teachers and their everyday classroom adventures.
Fosters respect and appreciation for educators in young readers.
Engages children with colorful, detailed illustrations.
Enhances vocabulary and social skills development.

Richard Scarry's Best Teacher Ever!: A Book for Busy, Busy Teachers (Richard Scarry Best Ever Books)
Richard Scarry, 2024
Award winning
Sir Fartsalot Hunts the Booger
Kevin Bolger, Stephen Gilpin, 2008
224 pages
Why to read
Filled with humor appealing to elementary-aged readers.
Encourages creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with playful language and puns.
Addresses coping with fears in a lighthearted way.
