Books like Skin and Bone
Award winning
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
168 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of adventure and moral lessons.
Cultivates empathy through diverse animal character perspectives.
Strengthens understanding of responsibility and respect.
Ideal for shared reading and family discussion.

The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
Award winning
Dungeon Crawl! (Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles #5)
Nick Eliopulos, 2020
141 pages
Why to read
Adventure-driven, enhances critical thinking.
Develops resilience through relatable character challenges.
Stimulates creativity in fantasy settings.
Fosters interactive and engaging reading.

Dungeon Crawl! (Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles #5)
Nick Eliopulos, 2020
Award winning
Nell and the Cave Bear: the Journey Home
Martin Brown, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey teaches resilience and courage.
Rich illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages empathy through relatable animal characters.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

Nell and the Cave Bear: the Journey Home
Martin Brown, 2023
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
The Magic of the Mirror (Thea Stilton: Special Edition #9) (9)
Thea Stilton, 2020
320 pages
Why to read
Engaging, magical adventure for young minds.
Encourages creativity and imaginative thinking.
Builds problem-solving skills through interactive storytelling.
Ideal for developing early reading habits.

The Magic of the Mirror (Thea Stilton: Special Edition #9) (9)
Thea Stilton, 2020
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.

North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
Award winning
Stella the Starlight Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2022
144 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with magical, adventurous storyline.
Enhances empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages problem-solving and resilience.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

