Books like If I Built a School
Award winning
Little Daymond Learns to Earn
Daymond John, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches the value of hard work and perseverance.
Encourages financial literacy from an early age.
Inspires entrepreneurial thinking in young readers.
Engaging storytelling with meaningful life lessons.
Little Daymond Learns to Earn
Daymond John, 2023
Award winning
Planet Omar: Incredible Rescue Mission
Zanib Mian, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative with exciting challenges.
Highlights importance of friendship and bravery.
Enhances empathy through diverse cultural perspectives.
Encourages curiosity and practical knowledge application.
Planet Omar: Incredible Rescue Mission
Zanib Mian, 2023
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House
Peter Brown, Haven Kimmel, 2008
160 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family dynamics and friendship.
Encourages resilience and creativity in children.
Engaging narrative that captures young readers' attention.
Supports emotional development and understanding.
Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House
Peter Brown, Haven Kimmel, 2008
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
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
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
Award winning
Superhero Joe and the Creature Next Door
Jacqueline Preiss Weitzman, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating superhero theme enhances imaginative play.
Models friendship and empathy through relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving skills in adventurous scenarios.
Supports reading development in a fun context.
