Books like She Is a Haunting
Award winning
Skeletina and the In-Between World
Susie Jaramillo, Massiel Peña, Macmillan Audio, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of adventure and self-discovery.
Encourages imagination and creativity in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Skeletina and the In-Between World
Susie Jaramillo, Massiel Peña, Macmillan Audio, 2022
Dreams
Jelena Jordanovic-Lewis, Tom Story, 2017
30 pages
Why to read
Enriches creativity through vibrant, dream-inspired illustrations.
Fosters emotional understanding and self-expression in children.
Encourages aspiration by exploring limitless possibilities in dreams.
Supports language development and narrative skills.

Dreams
Jelena Jordanovic-Lewis, Tom Story, 2017
Award winning
Faraway Things
Dave Eggers, Kelly Murphy, Little, Brown Young Readers, Kelly Murphy-, William DeMeritt, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of adventure and courageous explorations.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Enhances curiosity and broadens world views.
Supports social and emotional development.

Faraway Things
Dave Eggers, Kelly Murphy, Little, Brown Young Readers, Kelly Murphy-, William DeMeritt, 2021
Award winning
The Neighbors
Einat Tsarfati, Annette Appel, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Explores curiosity and imagination through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages empathy by understanding diverse neighbor characters.
Enhances deductive reasoning and creativity in storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Neighbors
Einat Tsarfati, Annette Appel, 2019
The Brockenspectre
Linda-Newbery, Unknown, 2013
192 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery adventure enhances problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy through rich, nuanced characters.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, descriptive settings.
Supports emotional development and resilience learning.

The Brockenspectre
Linda-Newbery, Unknown, 2013
The Scruffs
Hannah Shaw, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant, whimsical illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and family bonding themes.
Enhances young readers’ comprehension and vocabulary skills.
Captivating adventure keeps children engaged and excited.

The Scruffs
Hannah Shaw, 2017
Twin Sister
Fred H. Johnson, Elisa Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, 2004
28 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family, unity, and individuality.
Strengthens sibling bonds through engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy and understanding between twins.
Provides fun, insightful look into twin dynamics.

Twin Sister
Fred H. Johnson, Elisa Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, 2004
Award winning
Hello, Dark
Wai Mei Wong, Tamara Campeau, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Explores overcoming fears through engaging storytelling.
Encourages emotional resilience and bravery.
Supports language development with simple, effective language.
Ideal for bedtime reading; soothing, reassuring themes.
