Books like The Book of Living Secrets
Award winning
Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeon Academy: No Humans Allowed!
Madeleine Roux, Tim Probert, 2021
204 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with thrilling dungeons and magical escapades.
Introduces teamwork, strategy learning through interactive storytelling.
Builds friendship values within diverse fantasy character group.
Engages young readers with action-packed, suspenseful narrative.

Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeon Academy: No Humans Allowed!
Madeleine Roux, Tim Probert, 2021
Award winning
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and mystery enhance cognitive and perceptual skills.
Stimulates imagination, fosters creativity in young minds.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through captivating narrative.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.

Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
Award winning
The Day I Swapped My Dad For Two Goldfish
Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean, 1997
64 pages
Why to read
Creative story enhances imagination and problem-solving skills.
Humorous, relatable characters engage young readers effectively.
Encourages dialogue on values and consequences of decisions.
Ideal for enjoyable family reading and discussion.

The Day I Swapped My Dad For Two Goldfish
Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean, 1997
Award winning
Mitzi Clark and the Keepers of SHUT
Grace Mirchandani, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative enhances curiosity and engagement.
Features teamwork, emphasizing social and emotional growth.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Fosters creativity through vivid storytelling.

Mitzi Clark and the Keepers of SHUT
Grace Mirchandani, 2022
Award winning
Lena and Luco: A Tail of Friendship
Michelle Blackwood, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the power of friendship and collaboration.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Vibrantly illustrated, capturing children's attention and imagination.
Supports early literacy skills and vocabulary development.

Lena and Luco: A Tail of Friendship
Michelle Blackwood, 2023
Award winning
The Castle
Sophia Bennett, 2014
300 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Encourages curiosity and discovery through mystery-solving.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary in young learners.

The Castle
Sophia Bennett, 2014
Award winning
Igraine the Brave
Cornelia Funke, 1998
212 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, stimulates bravery and resilience.
Enhances imagination with magical elements.
Encourages perseverance through challenges.
Ideal for family bonding over reading.

Igraine the Brave
Cornelia Funke, 1998
Award winning
Whizziwig and Whizziwig Returns
Malorie Blackman, 2005
149 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsical, otherworldly adventures.
Encourages values of friendship and collaboration.
Enhances problem-solving through engaging storylines.
Captivates young readers, fostering a love for reading.
