Books like My Aunt Is a Pilot Whale
Award winning
Bad Mermaids: On Thin Ice
Sibéal Pounder, 2019
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, boosts creativity and imaginative thinking.
Encourages teamwork, friendship, and bravery.
Engaging narrative fosters language and cognitive skills.
Perfect for family reading time, strengthens bonds.

Bad Mermaids: On Thin Ice
Sibéal Pounder, 2019
Award winning
The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Combines adventure with gender role exploration.
Supports confidence through courageous characters.
Encourages diversity and inclusivity.
Strengthens reading skills in a fun way.

The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
Nissa's Place
A. LaFaye, 2010
247 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and self-discovery.
Encourages resilience and emotional growth.
Beautifully illustrated, enhancing visual comprehension.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.

Nissa's Place
A. LaFaye, 2010
Award winning
The Adventures of Hashbrown Winters
Frank Cole, 2009
98 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventures foster creativity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

The Adventures of Hashbrown Winters
Frank Cole, 2009
Award winning
Maximilian and the Curse of the Fallen Angel (Max's Lucha Libre Adventures, 4)
Xavier Garza, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative blends cultural folklore with modern themes.
Empowers resilience and courage in facing challenges.
Strengthens understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Interactive adventure enhances decision-making skills.

Maximilian and the Curse of the Fallen Angel (Max's Lucha Libre Adventures, 4)
Xavier Garza, 2020
Award winning
My Grandfather's Song Book
Huỳnh Kim Liên, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Beautifully illustrated, celebrating Vietnamese culture and heritage.
Strengthens bonds with grandparent through shared stories.
Encourages musical interest and historical curiosity.
Engaging tale fostering emotional and cognitive growth.

My Grandfather's Song Book
Huỳnh Kim Liên, 2023
Award winning
The Horrible Chocolate
Jacob M. Ronsen, 2022
152 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks creativity and imagination. - Teaches valuable life lessons subtly. - Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence. - Perfect for family bonding over reading.

