Books like The Dark Lord's Daughter
Award winning
Dealing with Dragons
Patricia C. Wrede, 1990
5 pages
Why to read
Promotes independence and self-discovery through creative storytelling.
Encourages unconventional thinking and defying stereotypes.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging, witty language.
Fosters imagination and a love for fantasy genres.

Dealing with Dragons
Patricia C. Wrede, 1990
Award winning
Mariella, Queen of the Skies
Eoin Colfer, Katy Halford, 2018
96 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and innovation in young minds.
Encourages STEM learning through engaging storytelling.
Features strong, intelligent female protagonist.
Supports development of reading and comprehension skills.

Mariella, Queen of the Skies
Eoin Colfer, Katy Halford, 2018
Award winning
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity and acceptance through engaging story.
Boosts empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages self-confidence and celebrating differences.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
Award winning
TRAPPED Book 1 - The Virtual Guardians
Katrina Kahler, Richard Axtell, 2020
150 pages
Why to read
Engaging virtual adventure stimulates curiosity and creativity.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Ideal for bonding over shared reading sessions.

TRAPPED Book 1 - The Virtual Guardians
Katrina Kahler, Richard Axtell, 2020
Award winning
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, Stacy Curtis, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.

Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, Stacy Curtis, 2022
Spike and the professor
Tony Hickey, Robert Ballagh, 1991
142 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative, enhances imaginative thinking.
Characters model resilience and curiosity.
Supports cognitive development through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Spike and the professor
Tony Hickey, Robert Ballagh, 1991
My Neighbor's A Vampire (A D.O.P.I. Adventure Book 1)
Terri Reid, A. T. Reid, 2016
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Teaches values of friendship and understanding diversity.
Encourages teamwork and building problem-solving skills.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

My Neighbor's A Vampire (A D.O.P.I. Adventure Book 1)
Terri Reid, A. T. Reid, 2016
Award winning
Bandit Laferue
Karen Dochterman, 2017
19 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence.
