Books like Scarecrow's Keep
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
Award winning
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
205 pages
Why to read
Engages creativity through adventure-packed, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens problem-solving skills within a familiar game world.
Fosters a love for reading through relatable characters.
Encourages strategic thinking and decision-making.

Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 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 Umbrella
Beth Ferry, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and exploration.
Characters teach valuable lessons in teamwork and resilience.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Umbrella
Beth Ferry, 2023
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
Molly's Maze Discovery
Carmen Allen, 2021
118 pages
Why to read
Engaging maze adventure captivates and holds child’s interest.
Encourages spatial awareness and strategic planning skills.
Delights with colorful illustrations, enhancing visual perception.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving.

Molly's Maze Discovery
Carmen Allen, 2021
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
Doors
Bridget Bick, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Explores curiosity through magical, mysterious doors.
Enhances creativity and imaginative thinking in children.
Supports developmental stages with engaging narrative.
Stimulates discussions on choices and consequences.

