Books like Season of the Sandstorms (Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission)
Award winning
Sunset of the Sabertooth
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, 1996
68 pages
Why to read
Adventure through time fuels imagination and curiosity.
Relatable characters enhance connection and empathy.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Blends fun with historical learning seamlessly.

Sunset of the Sabertooth
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, 1996
Award winning
Tales from the Odyssey, Part Two (The Gray-Eyed Goddess; Return to Ithaca, The Final Battle) by Mary Pope Osborne (Part Two of Two)
Mary Pope Osborne, 2012
304 pages
Why to read
Captivating retelling of classic Greek mythology.
Enhances cultural knowledge and historical awareness.
Stimulates imagination and strengthens reading skills.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

Tales from the Odyssey, Part Two (The Gray-Eyed Goddess; Return to Ithaca, The Final Battle) by Mary Pope Osborne (Part Two of Two)
Mary Pope Osborne, 2012
Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Dinosaurs (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novels)
Mary Pope Osborne, 2025
128 pages
Why to read
Comics make real science fun.
Great vocabulary booster.
Teaches environmental responsibility.
Perfect bridge from fiction to facts.

Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Dinosaurs (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novels)
Mary Pope Osborne, 2025
Award winning
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Modern twist on a classic tale inspires creativity.
Emphasizes resilience and bravery through Bea's adventures.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Ideal for family reading, strengthens bonds.

Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
Award winning
Azmina the Gold Glitter Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2021
144 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity with Azmina's magical adventures.
Encourages resilience through character challenges.
Supports emotional development with relatable themes.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Azmina the Gold Glitter Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2021
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.

The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Award winning
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.

Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
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.

