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Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of Gertrude the Guinea Pig
Maxine Fisher, Tom Hachtman, 2023
79 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure that sparks imagination and curiosity.
Teaches valuable life lessons through relatable animal characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Perfect blend of fun narrative and educational content.
The Adventures of Gertrude the Guinea Pig
Maxine Fisher, Tom Hachtman, 2023
Town Mouse and Country Mouse Go on a Bus: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Jackie Walter, Edyta Karaban, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure promotes independent reading skills.
Illustrates diversity through city and country settings.
Encourages understanding of different lifestyles.
Enhances vocabulary and language development.
Town Mouse and Country Mouse Go on a Bus: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Jackie Walter, Edyta Karaban, 2024
Award winning
Astro Mouse and Light Bulb #2 (2)
Fermin Solis, 2021
112 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through adventurous space exploration themes.
Features friendship, teamwork, and resilience messages.
Encourages curiosity and scientific inquiry in young readers.
Bright illustrations captivate and engage children’s attention.
Astro Mouse and Light Bulb #2 (2)
Fermin Solis, 2021
Award winning
The Sad Rat: Early Reader
Cove Books, 2022
25 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness and resilience in children.
Simple language perfect for early readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding of feelings.
Colorful illustrations engage and captivate.
The Sad Rat: Early Reader
Cove Books, 2022
Award winning
Bird & Squirrel All Together: A Graphic Novel
James Burks, 2022
126 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Engaging narrative boosts reading interest and retention.
Suitable for early readers and advancing literacy skills.
Bird & Squirrel All Together: A Graphic Novel
James Burks, 2022
Pink Hamster and the Big Birthday Surprise: Fujimini Adventure Series (Fujimini Adventure Series, 4)
Eileen Wacker, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure and diverse animal characters.
Encourages imagination and exploration in young readers.
Addresses themes of friendship and teamwork.
Colorful illustrations enhance the storytelling.
Pink Hamster and the Big Birthday Surprise: Fujimini Adventure Series (Fujimini Adventure Series, 4)
Eileen Wacker, 2011
Mouse Invaders
Manjula Padma, 2005
242 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach teamwork, courage, and problem-solving.
Engaging narrative encourages interactive child-parent reading sessions.
Enhances young readers' cognitive and emotional development.
