Books like Maxine
Award winning
Buddy's Lucky Day
Stacey Ortense, 2023
49 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate children's visual senses.
Encourages resilience through Buddy's adventurous escapades.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Buddy's Lucky Day
Stacey Ortense, 2023
Award winning
The Naughtiest Unicorn on Holiday
Pip Bird, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging holiday adventures with lovable unicorn.
Strengthens problem-solving through playful challenges.
Encourages empathy, teaching friendship values.
Interactive reading, perfect for family bonding.

The Naughtiest Unicorn on Holiday
Pip Bird, 2023
Award winning
Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery, thrilling twists, and educational content.
Captivating animal characters, forming emotional connections.
Enhances reading skills, encourages exploration and curiosity.
Addresses teamwork, friendship values in lively narration.

Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
Award winning
The Reading Roar: A Magical Learning Journey
Rory, rlik, Rory Andrlik, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Fosters literacy through captivating magical adventures.
Characters model resilience and cooperation skills.
Enhances cognitive development with engaging challenges.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

The Reading Roar: A Magical Learning Journey
Rory, rlik, Rory Andrlik, 2023
Award winning
Saka
Matt & Tom Oldfield, 2022
123 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of perseverance and teamwork.
Enhances empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young minds with exciting soccer scenarios.
Ideal for encouraging sportsmanship and goal-setting.

Saka
Matt & Tom Oldfield, 2022
Award winning
Spellbound Ponies: Magic and Mischief
Stacy Gregg, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with magical ponies and enchanting stories.
Boosts creativity and imagination in young readers.
Encourages empathy through character-driven narratives.
Ideal for developing early reading skills.

Spellbound Ponies: Magic and Mischief
Stacy Gregg, 2021
Award winning
Lena and Luco: A Tail of Friendship
Michelle Blackwood, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the power of friendship and collaboration.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Vibrantly illustrated, capturing children's attention and imagination.
Supports early literacy skills and vocabulary development.

Lena and Luco: A Tail of Friendship
Michelle Blackwood, 2023
Award winning
Unicorn Selfies: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsical unicorn-themed adventures.
Enhances emotional intelligence through relatable character interactions.
Encourages resilience and positivity in challenging situations.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

