Books like Reach for the Stars
Award winning
A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars and the Distant Stars
Mike Barfield, 2023
128 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about space and astronomy.
Encourages scientific thinking and exploration.
Supports STEM education initiatives for young learners.
Offers vibrant illustrations that captivate and engage.

A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars and the Distant Stars
Mike Barfield, 2023
Award winning
The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires wonder through cosmic adventure and discovery.
Enhances understanding of friendship, bravery, and curiosity.
Stimulates interests in astronomy and space exploration.
Supports literacy skills with engaging storytelling techniques.

The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
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
Total Solar Eclipse: A Stellar Friendship Story
Jayme Sandberg, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale combines friendship with cosmic wonders.
Encourages scientific curiosity and exploration.
Highlights teamwork and problem-solving.
A perfect blend of fun and learning.

Total Solar Eclipse: A Stellar Friendship Story
Jayme Sandberg, 2023
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Liam's Adventures in Space
J.P Anthony Williams, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with thrilling space exploration.
Teaches teamwork and resilience through charming characters.
Enhances young readers' curiosity and knowledge about space.
Encourages literacy with engaging narrative and dialogue.

Liam's Adventures in Space
J.P Anthony Williams, 2023
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
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through playful, imaginative language.
Supports language development with engaging, quirky dialogues.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Builds vocabulary with unique and amusing wordplay.

