Books like Sunflower Hour (The Adventures of Sophie Mouse Book 22)
Sunflower Hour (22) (The Adventures of Sophie Mouse)
Poppy Green, 2025
128 pages
Why to read
Nurtures eco-awareness and responsibility.
Gentle mystery keeps curiosity high.
Empathy replaces blame in resolution.
Illustrations support new readers.

Sunflower Hour (22) (The Adventures of Sophie Mouse)
Poppy Green, 2025
The Wind in the Willows – 90th anniversary gift edition: With original artwork, by Winnie-the-Pooh illustrator, E. H. Shepard
Kenneth Grahame, 2025
272 pages
Why to read
Timeless friendship tale.
Vivid illustrations enhance imagination.
Advanced yet musical language.
Humor balances gentle life lessons.

The Wind in the Willows – 90th anniversary gift edition: With original artwork, by Winnie-the-Pooh illustrator, E. H. Shepard
Kenneth Grahame, 2025
The Odyssey
Gillian Cross, 2025
178 pages
Why to read
Exciting Greek myth retold for kids.
Boosts vocabulary and cultural literacy.
Models courage and critical thinking.
Great for parent-child discussions.

The Odyssey
Gillian Cross, 2025
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.

Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Lively humor hooks young readers.
Teaches patience and gratitude.
Perfect length for nightly read-alouds.
Boosts sight-word recognition.

An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
The Search for the Secret Garden (Thea Stilton #38)
Thea Stilton, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Fast mystery with engaging illustrations.
Teaches teamwork and perseverance.
Introduces real English landmarks.
Celebrates caring for nature.

The Search for the Secret Garden (Thea Stilton #38)
Thea Stilton, 2025
Laser Moose and Rabbit Boy: Spidermania (Volume 5)
Doug Savage, 2025
144 pages
Why to read
Laugh-filled animal superhero antics.
Teaches importance of every species.
Encourages teamwork, empathy, problem-solving.
Accessible graphic-novel format for new readers.

Laser Moose and Rabbit Boy: Spidermania (Volume 5)
Doug Savage, 2025
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.

