Books like Respect Your Ghosts (The Witches of Benevento)
Unicorn Academy: Sophia's Invitation
Nosy Crow Ltd, Nosy Crow, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant storytelling ignites creativity and imagination.
Features strong, relatable characters for young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Supports emotional and social development.
Unicorn Academy: Sophia's Invitation
Nosy Crow Ltd, Nosy Crow, 2023
Award winning
The Maniacal Mischief of the Marauding Monsters
Meredith Rusu, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging narrative encourages creative thinking.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, resilience, and empathy.
Adventure theme enhances problem-solving skills.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.
The Maniacal Mischief of the Marauding Monsters
Meredith Rusu, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
A Tangle of Spells
Michelle Harrison, 2021
334 pages
Why to read
Engaging, magical adventure stimulates creativity and imagination.
Features strong, relatable characters promoting resilience and empathy.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving through plot challenges.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
A Tangle of Spells
Michelle Harrison, 2021
Award winning
Benita and the Night Creatures
Mariana Llanos, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through magical realism.
Builds empathy through relatable character experiences.
Enhances problem-solving with engaging plot twists.
Stimulates language development and imagination.
Benita and the Night Creatures
Mariana Llanos, 2023
Award winning
Dragon Storm: Tomás and Ironskin
Alastair Chisholm, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Thrilling fantasy adventure sparks imagination and curiosity.
Encourages resilience and bravery through Tomás's journey.
Enhances understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Supports development of empathy and moral reasoning.
Dragon Storm: Tomás and Ironskin
Alastair Chisholm, 2022
Princess Minna: The Enchanted Forest
Kirsty Applebaum, 2025
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure in a magical forest setting.
Strong female protagonist encourages empowerment and resilience.
Enhances creative thinking and imaginative play.
Ideal for family reading, fosters bonding and discussion.
Princess Minna: The Enchanted Forest
Kirsty Applebaum, 2025
Award winning
Snow Day in May (1) (The Wish Library)
Christine Evans, 2022
101 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic of unexpected wishes coming true.
Enhances creativity and the power of imagination.
Encourages resilience and adapting to surprising situations.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
