Books like Surprise and Ballet School
Please Choose Me and A Good Deed
Gemma McMullen, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through thoughtful choices and actions.
Introduces morals and virtues in an engaging manner.
Supports social and emotional development for young readers.
Ideal for parent-child joint reading sessions.
Please Choose Me and A Good Deed
Gemma McMullen, 2021
Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
448 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humorous, relatable school experiences.
Strengthens emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creativity through lively storytelling.
Supports social skill development in young readers.
Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird (Lightfall 2)
Tim Probert, 2022
249 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure fosters creativity.
Builds resilience through character challenges.
Enhances problem-solving with intricate plot twists.
Strengthens reading skills in young readers.
Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird (Lightfall 2)
Tim Probert, 2022
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding among readers.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.
Ideal for collaborative parent-child reading sessions.
The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
Ballet Bunnies: Millie's Birthday
Swapna Reddy, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging story celebrates creativity and expression through dance.
Enhances emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Supports language skills with rhythmic, lively text.
Encourages celebration of milestones and friendships.
Ballet Bunnies: Millie's Birthday
Swapna Reddy, 2020
Oakleaf Academy: First Day at Fairy School
Melody Lockhart, 2023
128 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through enchanting fairy school adventures.
Supports emotional development with relatable fairy characters.
Boosts literacy with engaging and accessible text.
Oakleaf Academy: First Day at Fairy School
Melody Lockhart, 2023
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
