Books like Max
Award winning
Teen Titans Chapter Book, Blackfire
Tracey West, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Action-packed narrative enhances quick decision-making skills.
Teaches values of friendship, teamwork, and responsibility.
Captivating illustrations engage and maintain young readers' interest.
Supports language development and boosts reading confidence.

Teen Titans Chapter Book, Blackfire
Tracey West, 2004
How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse
Cressida Cowell, 2006
243 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline enhances imaginative skills.
Features courageous, relatable protagonists for young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving capabilities.
Stimulates interest in mythology and folklore.

How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse
Cressida Cowell, 2006
Fantastic Four: The Flames of Battle (Fantastic Four)
Stan Lee, Various, 2007
180 pages
Why to read
Action-packed adventure enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages young readers with dynamic, relatable heroes.
Stimulates imagination through vivid storytelling.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.

Fantastic Four: The Flames of Battle (Fantastic Four)
Stan Lee, Various, 2007
Award winning
Dealing with Dragons
Patricia C. Wrede, 1990
5 pages
Why to read
Promotes independence and self-discovery through creative storytelling.
Encourages unconventional thinking and defying stereotypes.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging, witty language.
Fosters imagination and a love for fantasy genres.

Dealing with Dragons
Patricia C. Wrede, 1990
Award winning
Peter and Wendy - (Illustrated): The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up
J.M. Barrie, 2016
155 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of eternal youth and magical worlds.
Encourages creativity and limitless imagination in young readers.
Teaches values of bravery, friendship, and responsibility.
Ideal for shared reading and fostering family discussions.

Peter and Wendy - (Illustrated): The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up
J.M. Barrie, 2016
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
Award winning
Flying Ninja!
Anh Do, 2018
192 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure encourages imaginative play.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Interactive and engaging narrative for young readers.

Flying Ninja!
Anh Do, 2018
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.

