Books like My Weirdtastic School #3: Professor Pitt Is a Nitwit!
My Weird School Special: Fright Night!
Dan Gutman, 2025
144 pages
Why to read
Funny, fast-paced Halloween adventure.
Shows kids teamwork beats fear.
Ideal length for new readers.
Encourages creative problem-solving.
My Weird School Special: Fright Night!
Dan Gutman, 2025
Never Say Genius
Dan Gutman, 2012
304 pages
Why to read
Adventure-driven story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Encourages critical thinking through puzzling scenarios.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resourcefulness.
Blends humor with educational content effectively.
Never Say Genius
Dan Gutman, 2012
My Weirder-est School #11: Mrs. Stoker Is a Joker!
Dan Gutman, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous story sparks imagination and joy.
Features relatable, vibrant characters for young readers.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Offers a fun, educational reading experience.
My Weirder-est School #11: Mrs. Stoker Is a Joker!
Dan Gutman, 2022
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
Butt or Face?: A Hilarious Animal Guessing Game Book for Kids
Kari Lavelle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Promotes laughter and joy through playful animal visuals.
Enhances observational skills with engaging guessing games.
Strengthens decision-making abilities in young readers.
Encourages family interaction and shared reading moments.
Butt or Face?: A Hilarious Animal Guessing Game Book for Kids
Kari Lavelle, 2023
Award winning
Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom
Louis Sachar, 2020
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging, quirky adventures spark imagination.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and social skills.
Ideal for fun, educational family reading.
