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Award winning
Bedtime Stories: Beautiful Black Tales from the Past
Wendy Shearer, Candice Brathwaite, Ashley Hickson-Lovence, Ify Adenuga, Ryan Crawford, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Celebrates rich Black heritage through engaging stories.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading time.
Supports early literacy and language skills development.

Bedtime Stories: Beautiful Black Tales from the Past
Wendy Shearer, Candice Brathwaite, Ashley Hickson-Lovence, Ify Adenuga, Ryan Crawford, 2021
The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Phantom Thief
Alex Falase-Koya, Marcus Rashford, 2023
245 pages
Why to read
Exciting mystery engages young readers effectively.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances comprehension and analytical skills.
Ideal for fostering a love for reading.

The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Phantom Thief
Alex Falase-Koya, Marcus Rashford, 2023
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
Princess Minna : The Wicked Wood
Kirsty Applebaum, 2025
123 pages
Why to read
Enthralling adventure through enchanted woods.
Princess Minna inspires bravery and leadership.
Teaches resilience and problem-solving.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

Princess Minna : The Wicked Wood
Kirsty Applebaum, 2025
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
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure improves kids' problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable characters boost empathy and connection.
Combines humor and mystery for enjoyable learning.
Encourages teamwork, critical thinking in young readers.

InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2023
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
Aziza's Secret Fairy Door and the Ice Cat Mystery
Lola Morayo, 2021
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure stimulates imagination.
Features strong, relatable characters for young readers.
Encourages problem-solving through captivating mystery.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

