Books like Mr Badger and the Magic Mirror
Award winning
Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and mischievous adventures.
Encourages creative solutions to quirky problems.
Illustrates consequences of actions in a fun way.
Enhances vocabulary through lively and descriptive language.

Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports early development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading sessions.

Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
Award winning
Over, Bear! Under, Where?
Julie Hedlund, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging wordplay enhances language skills.
Explores spatial concepts: over, under, around, through.
Supports cognitive development with puzzle-like scenarios.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.

Over, Bear! Under, Where?
Julie Hedlund, 2021
Award winning
The Red Ear Blows Its Nose: Poems for Children and Others
Robert Schechter, 2023
118 pages
Why to read
Creative poems spark imagination and creativity.
Engaging themes suitable for children and adults alike.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills through rhyme.
Encourages emotional expression and articulation.

The Red Ear Blows Its Nose: Poems for Children and Others
Robert Schechter, 2023
Award winning
Tiny Barbarian Conquers the Kraken!
Ame Dyckman, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline encourages creative thinking.
Tiny Barbarian character teaches resilience and bravery.
Engages young readers with thrilling action sequences.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

Tiny Barbarian Conquers the Kraken!
Ame Dyckman, 2023
Award winning
Blob
Anne Appert, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, creative adventure stimulates young imaginations.
Colorful illustrations captivate and delight young readers.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of differences.
Supports emotional and social development.

Blob
Anne Appert, 2021
Award winning
Leprechauns Never Lie
Lorna Balian, Lorna Balain, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale exploring honesty and consequences.
Stimulates imagination through whimsical storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bonding.

Leprechauns Never Lie
Lorna Balian, Lorna Balain, 2022
Award winning
The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Adventurous and creative story arc.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances imaginative thinking and creativity.
Ideal for home or classroom shared reading.

