Books like Pizza Shark
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
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.

Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Frogs in Space: Lilly & Milly Frog, Shog and Piggle in...
Lisette Starr, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Explores teamwork with whimsical space adventure.
Introduces basic astronomy concepts to young readers.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in children.

Frogs in Space: Lilly & Milly Frog, Shog and Piggle in...
Lisette Starr, 2022
Award winning
The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza
Mac Barnett, 2020
320 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure promotes creativity and imagination.
Engaging characters teach resilience and teamwork.
Interstellar setting stimulates curiosity about space.
Ideal for fun, educational family reading time.

The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza
Mac Barnett, 2020
Award winning
Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 29: Pet Show Pandemonium
Zack Zombie, 2023
116 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline encourages creative thinking.
Characters teach valuable life lessons subtly.
Enhances problem-solving skills through plot challenges.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 29: Pet Show Pandemonium
Zack Zombie, 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
The Bad Guys in Open Wide and Say Arrrgh!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2022
192 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure that captivates young readers' interests.
Introduces teamwork and friendship importance vividly.
Encourages empathy and moral decision-making.
Interactive elements boost reader engagement.

The Bad Guys in Open Wide and Say Arrrgh!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 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.

