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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
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.

Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
A Dive into the Deep: The Adventurous Readers Series
Tessa Pfeifer, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Explores marine life through captivating adventures.
Enhances knowledge on ecosystems, fostering environmental awareness.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

A Dive into the Deep: The Adventurous Readers Series
Tessa Pfeifer, 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
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
My Friends Are Missing
Mary Kendrick, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery storyline enhances problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Stimulates language development and emotional understanding.
Supports parent-child bonding over shared reading moments.

My Friends Are Missing
Mary Kendrick, 2022
Award winning
The Good Pirate
Greg Campisi, 2021
26 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative promoting bravery and curiosity.
Characters showcase teamwork and moral choices.
Fosters empathy and understanding in young readers.
Engaging dialogue that bolsters reading comprehension.

The Good Pirate
Greg Campisi, 2021
Award winning
JUST JUNIPER: The First Adventure
Irene Hernández, 2022
101 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through adventure and exploration.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Ideal for engaging family reading sessions.

