Books like Journey To The Centre Of The Earth
Award winning
Illustrated Stories from Shakespeare
Usborne, Rosie Dickins, 2018
416 pages
Why to read
Simplified Shakespeare stories, easily understood by young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through classic tales.
Fosters appreciation for literature and theatrical elements.
Encourages parent-child bonding over timeless narratives.

Illustrated Stories from Shakespeare
Usborne, Rosie Dickins, 2018
Award winning
Buckle and Squash: The Perilous Princess Plot
Sarah Courtauld, 2014
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale sparks creativity and imagination.
Fosters sibling unity and teamwork.
Humorous narrative enhances language and comprehension skills.
Encourages adventure and curiosity in young readers.

Buckle and Squash: The Perilous Princess Plot
Sarah Courtauld, 2014
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
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
Sea Quest: Stinger the Sea Phantom: Book 6
Adam Blade, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Exciting underwater adventure captivates young minds.
Fosters curiosity about marine life and ecosystems.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
Supports development of empathy and teamwork.

Sea Quest: Stinger the Sea Phantom: Book 6
Adam Blade, 2019
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
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
Tiger in Trouble: Book 2 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters exhibit teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Promotes critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for cooperative reading sessions between parents and children.

