Books like Hurry Up, Houdini!
Twister on Tuesday
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, 2001
70 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey into 19th-century American pioneer life.
Encourages historical curiosity and educational exploration.
Strengthens reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.
Inspires resilience and teamwork through character challenges.

Twister on Tuesday
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, 2001
Award winning
Tales from the Odyssey, Part Two (The Gray-Eyed Goddess; Return to Ithaca, The Final Battle) by Mary Pope Osborne (Part Two of Two)
Mary Pope Osborne, 2012
304 pages
Why to read
Captivating retelling of classic Greek mythology.
Enhances cultural knowledge and historical awareness.
Stimulates imagination and strengthens reading skills.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

Tales from the Odyssey, Part Two (The Gray-Eyed Goddess; Return to Ithaca, The Final Battle) by Mary Pope Osborne (Part Two of Two)
Mary Pope Osborne, 2012
Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Dinosaurs (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novels)
Mary Pope Osborne, 2025
128 pages
Why to read
Comics make real science fun.
Great vocabulary booster.
Teaches environmental responsibility.
Perfect bridge from fiction to facts.

Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Dinosaurs (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novels)
Mary Pope Osborne, 2025
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
Winx Club Vol. 1: Welcome to Magix (Winx Club, 1)
Rainbow Spa, Iginio Straffi, 2024
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging magical adventures spark children's imagination.
Characters display teamwork, friendship, and resilience.
Encourages creativity and belief in oneself.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.

Winx Club Vol. 1: Welcome to Magix (Winx Club, 1)
Rainbow Spa, Iginio Straffi, 2024
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Classics
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Illustrated): The 1900 Classic Edition with Original Illustrations
L. Frank Baum, Catherine Miles, 2023
180 pages
Why to read
Classic adventure enriches imagination and creativity.
Timeless characters foster emotional intelligence and empathy.
Encourages resilience and self-discovery through challenges.
Illustrations enhance visual stimulation and engagement.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Illustrated): The 1900 Classic Edition with Original Illustrations
L. Frank Baum, Catherine Miles, 2023
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.

