Books like Legend of the Star Runner: A Timmi Tobbson Adventure
Award winning
Secrets of the Last Pirate: A Timmi Tobbson Adventure
J Wagner, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters model teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances problem-solving and cognitive development.
Interactive experience boosts reading and comprehension skills.

Secrets of the Last Pirate: A Timmi Tobbson Adventure
J Wagner, 2022
Award winning
Myth of the Rain Forest Monster (The Boxcar Children Creatures of Legend)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Aimee Lilly, 2021
144 pages
Why to read
Adventure meets legend in thrilling forest setting.
Encourages teamwork, bravery, and curiosity.
Boosts literacy with engaging narrative and vocabulary.
Ideal read for bonding and interactive discussions.

Myth of the Rain Forest Monster (The Boxcar Children Creatures of Legend)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Aimee Lilly, 2021
Award winning
Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency: A Discovery Disappears (Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency (US edition), 1)
Pip Murphy, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Encourages logical thinking and attention to detail.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency: A Discovery Disappears (Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency (US edition), 1)
Pip Murphy, 2022
Award winning
Marsha Is Magnetic
Beth Ferry, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and science interest in young readers.
Encourages resilience through trial and error learning.
Demonstrates the power of positivity and persistence.
Engaging narrative perfect for family reading time.

Marsha Is Magnetic
Beth Ferry, 2021
Award winning
Katie Fry, Private Eye #1: The Lost Kitten
Katherine Cox, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stimulates children's curiosity and reasoning.
Encourages independence and self-confidence through Katie's adventures.
Simple language supports early readers' literacy skills.
Promotes values of perseverance and attentiveness.

Katie Fry, Private Eye #1: The Lost Kitten
Katherine Cox, 2015
Award winning
Who Stole the Hamster?
N. Griffin, Margo Sorenson, 2015
256 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stimulates cognitive development and curiosity.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character interactions.
Enhances problem-solving skills with interactive storyline.
Warm illustrations foster visual literacy and engagement.

Who Stole the Hamster?
N. Griffin, Margo Sorenson, 2015
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
Detective Dinosaur Undercover
James Skofield, R.W. Alley, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with mystery-solving dinosaur detective.
Strengthens critical thinking through interactive storytelling.
Enhances literacy with vibrant, accessible language.
Supports learning with humor and unique scenarios.

