Books like Mad Iris
Award winning
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity through fun, magical adventures.
Enhances emotional understanding and friendships.
Engages young readers with humor and wit.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
Award winning
The Eyebrows of Doom
Steve Smallman, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging storyline captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity through unique, whimsical characters.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse perspectives.
Offers practical lessons in managing challenges.
The Eyebrows of Doom
Steve Smallman, 2022
Award winning
Blue, Barry & Pancakes: Danger on Mount Choco
Dan Abdo, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story enhances problem-solving skills.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages teamwork through relatable character dynamics.
Ideal for developing early reading and comprehension skills.
Blue, Barry & Pancakes: Danger on Mount Choco
Dan Abdo, 2022
Award winning
Ninja Kitties Fried Eggs and the Red Gem: Drago Discovers the Importance of Teamwork
Rob Hudnut, Kayomi Harai, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure promotes teamwork and cooperation.
Creative characters, fosters empathy and social skills.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain attention.
Encourages reading together as a fun activity.
Ninja Kitties Fried Eggs and the Red Gem: Drago Discovers the Importance of Teamwork
Rob Hudnut, Kayomi Harai, 2023
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Award winning
Cat on the Run in Cat of Death!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters display resilience and teamwork values.
Enhances problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Cat on the Run in Cat of Death!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
I Really, Really Love You So: (I Really Really Need a Wee)
Karl Newson, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Humorous and engaging storytelling.
Enhances early literacy and language skills.
Fosters empathy and emotional understanding.
Encourages a love for reading and learning.
I Really, Really Love You So: (I Really Really Need a Wee)
Karl Newson, 2023
Award winning
Glues On Strike: A Funny, Rhyming, Read Aloud Kid's Book For Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, or Early Readers
Jennifer Jones, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging, rhyming text boosts phonological awareness.
Encourages creativity through imaginative, humorous storyline.
Supports vocabulary development with rich language use.
Fosters a love for reading with interactive narrative.
