Books like Tales of Folk and Fairies
Award winning
Legend of the Star Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #25)
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Exciting dragon adventure sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters model teamwork, courage, and problem-solving.
Enhances reading skills with approachable text structure.
Supports cognitive and emotional development.

Legend of the Star Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #25)
Tracey West, 2023
Award winning
Hans Andersen's Fairy Tales First Series
Hans Christian Andersen, Edna F. Hart, J.H. Stickney, 2024
136 pages
Why to read
Enriches creativity with diverse, magical stories.
Encourages empathy through relatable, multifaceted characters.
Enhances problem-solving with unique, engaging conflicts.
Offers timeless moral lessons in each tale.

Hans Andersen's Fairy Tales First Series
Hans Christian Andersen, Edna F. Hart, J.H. Stickney, 2024
Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales
Hans Christian Andersen, Eve Morel, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales sparking imagination and emotional growth.
Enhances language skills through rich, vivid storytelling.
Encourages moral development and empathy in young readers.
Ideal for bonding during family read-aloud sessions.

Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales
Hans Christian Andersen, Eve Morel, 2023
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with captivating starry tales.
Characters teach valuable emotional and social lessons.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
Award winning
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
168 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of adventure and moral lessons.
Cultivates empathy through diverse animal character perspectives.
Strengthens understanding of responsibility and respect.
Ideal for shared reading and family discussion.

The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
Award winning
Benita and the Night Creatures
Mariana Llanos, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through magical realism.
Builds empathy through relatable character experiences.
Enhances problem-solving with engaging plot twists.
Stimulates language development and imagination.

Benita and the Night Creatures
Mariana Llanos, 2023
Award winning
Girls, Goddesses and Giants: Tales of Heroines from Around the World
Lari Don, 2013
128 pages
Why to read
Empowers young girls through diverse, global heroine stories.
Encourages confidence and bravery in facing challenges.
Instills values of equality and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storytelling that fosters imagination and curiosity.

Girls, Goddesses and Giants: Tales of Heroines from Around the World
Lari Don, 2013
Award winning
The Fairy Song (Traditional Scottish Tales)
Janis Mackay, 2022
192 pages
Why to read
Incorporates rich Scottish folklore and culture.
Encourages creativity through enchanting fairy tales.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narratives.
Supports emotional and social development.

