Books like Petting Zoo (Scholastic Discover More Reader, Level 1)
Award winning
Scholastic Reader, Level 1: Noodles - I Love Rainy Days!
Hans Wilhelm, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, easy-to-follow story for early readers.
Highlights adventure and discovery on rainy days.
Encourages creativity and resilience in young minds.
Perfect for enhancing vocabulary and reading skills.
Scholastic Reader, Level 1: Noodles - I Love Rainy Days!
Hans Wilhelm, 2011
Award winning
Everywhere with You
Carlie Sorosiak, 2022
123 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey enhancing bonding and togetherness.
Showcases resilience and adaptability in changing environments.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Warm illustrations complement the rich, engaging narrative.
Everywhere with You
Carlie Sorosiak, 2022
Award winning
Karen's Kittycat Club: A Graphic Novel (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #4) (4) (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix)
Ann M. Martin, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Vibrant graphic novel, captivating young readers visually. - Explores themes of friendship and responsibility. - Encourages creative thinking and teamwork. - Ideal for developing early reading skills.
Karen's Kittycat Club: A Graphic Novel (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #4) (4) (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix)
Ann M. Martin, 2021
Award winning
Starla Jean Takes The Cake
Elana K. Arnold, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Entertaining story about Starla Jean's quirky cake adventure.
Promotes creative problem-solving and determination.
Relatable characters foster empathy and connection.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading times.
Starla Jean Takes The Cake
Elana K. Arnold, 2022
Award winning
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Peculiar Pairs in Nature
Sami Bayly, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Showcases intriguing animal pairs, fosters natural curiosity.
Stunning illustrations captivate and engage young minds.
Encourages learning about biodiversity and ecosystems.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Peculiar Pairs in Nature
Sami Bayly, 2021
Award winning
Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging Storyline: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' offers an engaging and relatable storyline that captures the challenges and triumphs of childhood, making it a great read for young readers who are navigating their own personal growth and learning experiences.
Positive Role Models: The book features positive role models, including the main character, Roosevelt Banks, who demonstrates the importance of perseverance, honesty, and kindness, providing young readers with a character they can look up to and learn from.
Humor and Entertainment: Laurie Calkhoven's writing style incorporates humor and fun, which keeps readers entertained while also delivering important life lessons. This makes reading enjoyable and can help instill a love of reading in children.
Development of Reading Skills: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' is well-suited for middle-grade readers who are looking to improve their reading skills. The vocabulary and sentence structure are designed to challenge young readers in a supportive way, contributing to their literacy development.
Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (The Vanderbeekers, 4)
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
351 pages
Why to read
Engages with themes of community and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Explores complexities of friendship and family dynamics.
Offers heartwarming, adventurous narrative for young minds.
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (The Vanderbeekers, 4)
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Award winning
Earth (Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers: Space Science)
Christine Taylor-Butler, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating facts about Earth and space.
Supports STEM education with engaging content.
Enhances children's understanding of scientific concepts.
Encourages curiosity and lifelong learning about science.
