Books like Strike the Zither
Award winning
When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears (The Goblin Wars)
Kersten Hamilton, 2013
388 pages
Why to read
Expansive, magical world engages young imaginations.
Characters exhibit resilience and growth.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.

When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears (The Goblin Wars)
Kersten Hamilton, 2013
Finding Joe
Anthony Masters, 2000
147 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters display resilience, teaching valuable life lessons.
Supports cognitive development through problem-solving themes.
Engaging read enhances literacy and comprehension skills.

Finding Joe
Anthony Masters, 2000
South Korea
Ho Siow Yen, Monica Rabe, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Explore South Korea's vibrant culture and history.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and educate young minds.
Simple language aids early reading skills development.
Supports cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.

South Korea
Ho Siow Yen, Monica Rabe, 1998
Award winning
Trouble in Teutonia
S. P. Moss, 2014
123 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving skills through narrative challenges.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Trouble in Teutonia
S. P. Moss, 2014
Award winning
Where Is Max?
Caroline Richard Raomae, Carlos Cerde�a Granada, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vibrant, interactive hide-and-seek illustrations.
Enhances observational skills and attention to detail.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports language development through repetitive, simple text.

Where Is Max?
Caroline Richard Raomae, Carlos Cerde�a Granada, 2021
Seiko the Watchdog (Storyteller St (69770))
Hazel Edwards, Jeffy James, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey offers engaging storytelling.
Supports learning of responsibility and friendship.
Encourages empathy through character development.
Ideal for shared reading sessions with children.

Seiko the Watchdog (Storyteller St (69770))
Hazel Edwards, Jeffy James, 2001
Award winning
The Path
Little Gestalten, Reif Larsen, Marine Schneider, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances imagination with a creative, winding journey.
Fosters empathy through vivid, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in everyday scenarios.
Interactive and engaging narrative boosts literacy.

The Path
Little Gestalten, Reif Larsen, Marine Schneider, 2021
Award winning
Dude, Where's My Spaceship?
Dan Greenburg, Macky Pamintuan, 2006
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Introduces basic scientific concepts in a fun way.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.
