Books like Somebody and the Three Blairs
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.

How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
Egg Marks the Spot: Skunk and Badger
Amy Timberlake, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure, fosters curiosity and exploration.
Dynamic characters, aids in social emotional learning.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Engaging narrative, stimulates early reading skills.

Egg Marks the Spot: Skunk and Badger
Amy Timberlake, 2021
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
Where to Hide a Star
Oliver Jeffers, 2024
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Enhances understanding of persistence and goal-setting.
Encourages creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Supports early emotional and cognitive development.

Where to Hide a Star
Oliver Jeffers, 2024
The Magic Faraway Tree: A New Adventure: (The Magic Faraway Tree)
Jacqueline Wilson, 2022
304 pages
Why to read
Expands imagination with vibrant, magical adventures.
Encourages resilience through engaging character challenges.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive narrative.
Fosters family bonding through shared reading moments.

The Magic Faraway Tree: A New Adventure: (The Magic Faraway Tree)
Jacqueline Wilson, 2022
Award winning
Interrupting Chicken: Cookies for Breakfast
David Ezra Stein, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages interactive read-aloud moments.
Teaches children about consequences and problem-solving.
Fosters family bonding through shared reading.
Highlights importance of routines and limits.

Interrupting Chicken: Cookies for Breakfast
David Ezra Stein, 2023
Award winning
The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and kindness in children.
Boosts creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness.
Engaging narrative encourages interactive reading.

The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
Award winning
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Fuses Halloween excitement with enchanting aquatic adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages creativity with unique narwhal-led storyline.
Ideal for bonding over seasonal storytelling.

