Books like The Big Time (Football Genius, 4)
Award winning
Soccer Stars: A Kid's Guide to the World of Soccer (Illustrated Big Book)
Smart Kiddo Books, 2023
53 pages
Why to read
Explore soccer: Gameplay, history, and iconic players.
Vivid illustrations engage and capture young imaginations.
Encourages teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship.
Ideal for budding soccer enthusiasts and young athletes.

Soccer Stars: A Kid's Guide to the World of Soccer (Illustrated Big Book)
Smart Kiddo Books, 2023
Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.

Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
Old Friends
Margaret Aitken, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of lasting friendships. - Enhances understanding of loyalty and trust. - Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in children. - Captivating illustrations enrich the storytelling experience.

Old Friends
Margaret Aitken, 2022
Award winning
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through creative, colorful storytelling.
Stimulates imagination with quirky, engaging plot.
Supports social skills development with relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive family reading sessions.

The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
Award winning
Safe at Home
Tania M. Crook, Hanna Bishop, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Builds emotional intelligence through relatable family scenarios.
Enhances vocabulary via engaging, age-appropriate language.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse characters.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.

Safe at Home
Tania M. Crook, Hanna Bishop, 2021
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
The Man with the Magic Foot: A time travel football story for 9-13 yr olds (Chadmouth Town Football Club)
Ian Slatter, 2021
118 pages
Why to read
Time-travel adventure enhances historical knowledge.
Encourages teamwork and sportsmanship.
Stimulates imagination and cognitive development.
Perfect for young sports enthusiasts.

The Man with the Magic Foot: A time travel football story for 9-13 yr olds (Chadmouth Town Football Club)
Ian Slatter, 2021
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.

