Books like Sisters of the Mist
Award winning
Tamsin and the Deep
Neill Cameron, Kate Brown, 2016
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy with deep sea adventure themes.
Encourages bravery and friendship values in young readers.
Enhances imagination through underwater world exploration.
Stimulates conversations about marine life and conservation.
Tamsin and the Deep
Neill Cameron, Kate Brown, 2016
Award winning
Rainbow Magic
Shirley Barber, 1989
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and enhance visual perception.
Encourages creativity and imagination through magical storytelling.
Strengthens vocabulary and language skills with engaging text.
Offers moral lessons in a subtle, approachable manner.
Rainbow Magic
Shirley Barber, 1989
The Brockenspectre
Linda-Newbery, Unknown, 2018
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, 2018
Award winning
Sunshine From Scratch
Keyon Ioane Tuiteleleapaga, Ched Aromin, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through engaging, vibrant storytelling.
Features relatable, diverse characters fostering inclusivity.
Enhances problem-solving with playful challenges.
Supports emotional development with meaningful lessons.
Sunshine From Scratch
Keyon Ioane Tuiteleleapaga, Ched Aromin, 2023
Award winning
Anna and the Dream Catcher
Rob Wedding, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through magical, whimsical storytelling.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in overcoming fears.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading time.
Anna and the Dream Catcher
Rob Wedding, 2022
Award winning
Magic Money
Ann Nolan Clark, 1950
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of basic financial concepts through fun narrative.
Boosts arithmetic skills subtly alongside the story’s progression.
Strengthens decision-making and responsibility in young readers.
Captivating illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Magic Money
Ann Nolan Clark, 1950
Award winning
Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue
Paula Harrison, Jenny Lovlie, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and heroism captivate young readers.
Builds empathy through relatable animal characters.
Encourages problem-solving and bravery.
Engaging story inspires love for reading.
Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue
Paula Harrison, Jenny Lovlie, 2019
Amazing Esme
Tamara Macfarlane, Michael Fowkes, 2012
176 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant, imaginative storytelling.
Features strong, relatable young heroine Esme.
Encourages resilience and resourcefulness in problem scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
