Books like Mossycoat (Everystory)
Award winning
Clockwork
Philip Pullman, Leonid Gore, 1996
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale intertwining magic, mystery, and adventure.
Enhances problem-solving and creative thinking.
Characters display resilience and courage.
Ideal for shared reading, deepening family bonds.
Clockwork
Philip Pullman, Leonid Gore, 1996
Detective Stories (Story Library)
Philip Pullman, 2003
221 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with intriguing, mystery-driven narratives.
Encourages analytical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
Characters exhibit perseverance and keen observation.
Enhances vocabulary through complex, engaging language.
Detective Stories (Story Library)
Philip Pullman, 2003
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
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating narrative. - Encourages courage and teamwork in youngsters. - Develops reading fluency and comprehension. - Suitable for beginning independent readers.
Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
Award winning
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages empathy through diverse sea creature characters.
Instills values of teamwork and cooperation.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
Award winning
The Clockwork Menagerie
Clotilde Perrin, 2022
28 pages
Why to read
Captivating steampunk adventure engages young readers.
Explores themes of friendship and teamwork.
Stimulates creativity and mechanical interest.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Clockwork Menagerie
Clotilde Perrin, 2022
Princess Minna: The Enchanted Forest
Kirsty Applebaum, 2025
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure in a magical forest setting.
Strong female protagonist encourages empowerment and resilience.
Enhances creative thinking and imaginative play.
Ideal for family reading, fosters bonding and discussion.
