Books like Silly Milly
Award winning
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages positive values like friendship and bravery.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.

Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.

Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
My Weirdtastic School #3: Professor Pitt Is a Nitwit!
Dan Gutman, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous storyline fosters creativity.
Relatable school setting enhances connection for young readers.
Encourages critical thinking through quirky challenges.
Supports vocabulary expansion in a fun context.

My Weirdtastic School #3: Professor Pitt Is a Nitwit!
Dan Gutman, 2023
Award winning
Ten-Word Tiny Tales
Joseph Coelho, Alex T. Smith, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through concise, imaginative storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, carefully chosen language.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy development.
Ideal for quick, engaging read-aloud sessions.

Ten-Word Tiny Tales
Joseph Coelho, Alex T. Smith, 2023
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Back to School, Backpack!
Simon Rich, Tom Toro, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captures excitement and challenges of starting school anew.
Engages children through vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages social skills and classroom readiness.
Supports early literacy and numeracy fundamentals.

Back to School, Backpack!
Simon Rich, Tom Toro, 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.

