Books like Puzzle Island
Award winning
Yokki and the Parno Gry
Richard O'neill, Katharine Quarmby, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating Romani folktale with rich cultural insights.
Empowers creativity and imagination in young readers.
Enhances empathy through diverse character experiences.
Encourages family bonding over shared storytelling.

Yokki and the Parno Gry
Richard O'neill, Katharine Quarmby, 2017
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
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
The Mystery Puzzle Visits the Lagoon (The Mystery Puzzle Series)
Tina Marie Young, 2020
38 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story encourages creativity and exploration.
Engages young readers with colorful, vivid illustrations.
Enhances language skills and vocabulary development.
Addresses teamwork and friendship values.

The Mystery Puzzle Visits the Lagoon (The Mystery Puzzle Series)
Tina Marie Young, 2020
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Award winning
Violet and the Mystery of Tiger Island
Harriet Whitehorn, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters curiosity and discovery.
Characters exhibit teamwork, courage, and intelligence.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

