Books like In the Serpent's Wake: Tess of the Road
Award winning
Ashanti and Kamari: A Day at the Museum
Carrie Jones, Dr Tanika R Vellucci, Hayley Moore, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural heritage through captivating museum adventures.
Encourages curiosity and learning in young minds.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Strengthens family bonds with shared reading moments.

Ashanti and Kamari: A Day at the Museum
Carrie Jones, Dr Tanika R Vellucci, Hayley Moore, 2023
Award winning
The Path
Little Gestalten, Reif Larsen, Marine Schneider, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances imagination with a creative, winding journey.
Fosters empathy through vivid, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in everyday scenarios.
Interactive and engaging narrative boosts literacy.

The Path
Little Gestalten, Reif Larsen, Marine Schneider, 2021
Award winning
Go Girl! #12 Catch Me If You Can
Thalia Kalkipsakis, Ash Oswald, 2008
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fast-paced storyline encourages active reading.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and quick thinking skills.
Ideal for boosting confidence and independence in readers.

Go Girl! #12 Catch Me If You Can
Thalia Kalkipsakis, Ash Oswald, 2008
Award winning
Jules is Patient
Toni Furrow, FolksnFables, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Teaches valuable lessons on patience and perseverance.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse characters.
Ideal for bedtime stories and classroom reading.

Jules is Patient
Toni Furrow, FolksnFables, 2023
Award winning
UBOS: Adventure Begins
Kay Barnham, 2002
64 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with captivating magical adventures.
Introduces relatable characters fostering emotional development.
Encourages problem-solving through engaging plot twists.
Ideal blend of entertainment and educational content.

UBOS: Adventure Begins
Kay Barnham, 2002
Truth Test (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Lori Pollard-Johnson, Margaret Sanfilippo, 2000
75 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with realistic, contemporary issues.
Encourages ethical decision-making and integrity.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for family discussion and bonding.

Truth Test (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Lori Pollard-Johnson, Margaret Sanfilippo, 2000
Award winning
Katie Woo and Her Big Ideas
Fran Manushkin, Tammie Lyon, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging, relatable stories for early readers.
Encourages creativity and confidence in problem-solving.
Highlights importance of friendship and collaboration.
Supports language development and self-expression.

Katie Woo and Her Big Ideas
Fran Manushkin, Tammie Lyon, 2013
Award winning
The Adventures of Ashaun and Kane!: The Magical Jungle
Cairo Ashon Bell, Tiffany Marie Williams-Bell, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Strengthens bonding during shared reading sessions.
Encourages teamwork through Ashaun and Kane's adventures.
Cultivates curiosity and exploration of nature.
