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Award winning
The Moonlight Zoo
Maudie Powell-Tuck, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enriches imagination and emotional understanding.
Engages young readers with beautifully illustrated animal characters.
Highlights resilience and problem-solving in captivating scenarios.
Encourages empathy and care for animals.

The Moonlight Zoo
Maudie Powell-Tuck, 2020
Award winning
Last Stop on the Reindeer Express
Maudie Powell-Tuck, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters family connections through magical Christmas narrative.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy in children.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Encourages imaginative thinking and creativity.

Last Stop on the Reindeer Express
Maudie Powell-Tuck, 2017
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.

The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
Award winning
The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and kindness in children.
Boosts creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness.
Engaging narrative encourages interactive reading.

The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 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.

The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
The Magical Life of The Christmas Fairy
Lila Ann Gray, Sangi Parvin, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Captures the enchanting spirit of Christmas.
Encourages creativity and belief in magic.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for family holiday bonding.

The Magical Life of The Christmas Fairy
Lila Ann Gray, Sangi Parvin, 2023
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.

The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Bluey: Sleepytime
Penguin Random House Australia, Bluey, 2024
16 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with comforting storytelling.
Supports emotional development through relatable family dynamics.
Encourages imagination with engaging, playful narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
