Books like Once Upon a Tim
Award winning
The Labyrinth of Doom: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, Stacy Curtis, 2022
150 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, engaging storyline captivates young readers.
Characters display teamwork, enhancing social skills development.
Encourages creative thinking and strategic problem-solving.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Labyrinth of Doom: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, Stacy Curtis, 2022
The Labyrinth of Doom
John Smith, Stuart Gibbs, Chris Choi, Stacy Curtis, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled plot boosts engagement and imaginative thinking.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances problem-solving skills through intriguing challenges.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.
The Labyrinth of Doom
John Smith, Stuart Gibbs, Chris Choi, Stacy Curtis, 2022
The Princess and Her GiGi
Laurie Engle, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and self-expression through fantasy.
Strengthens bonds with grandparents; showcases intergenerational relationships.
Encourages resilience and confidence in young girls.
Engaging and playful narrative, ideal for early readers.
The Princess and Her GiGi
Laurie Engle, 2023
Fairy Hill
Fran-Evans, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating magical adventures spark children's imagination.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances vocabulary and emotional understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Fairy Hill
Fran-Evans, 2004
Award winning
Beast Quest: New Blood
Adam Blade, 2019
192 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through captivating mythical beast adventures.
Strengthens reader’s problem-solving and resilience skills.
Characters exemplify teamwork and valuing differences.
Ideal balance of excitement and educational content.
Beast Quest: New Blood
Adam Blade, 2019
Award winning
Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeon Academy: No Humans Allowed!
Madeleine Roux, Tim Probert, 2021
204 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with thrilling dungeons and magical escapades.
Introduces teamwork, strategy learning through interactive storytelling.
Builds friendship values within diverse fantasy character group.
Engages young readers with action-packed, suspenseful narrative.
Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeon Academy: No Humans Allowed!
Madeleine Roux, Tim Probert, 2021
Award winning
Dare We Be Dragons?
Barry Falls, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Spurs creativity with vibrant, imaginative dragon adventures.
Encourages resilience through relatable character challenges.
Strengthens problem-solving with engaging plot twists.
Supports language development in a fun context.
Dare We Be Dragons?
Barry Falls, 2023
Princess Minna : The Wicked Wood
Kirsty Applebaum, Sahar Haghgoo, 2025
123 pages
Why to read
Enthralling adventure through enchanted woods.
Princess Minna inspires bravery and leadership.
Teaches resilience and problem-solving.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
