Books like The Elf of Union Square
Award winning
Tiny Tornadoes: Buddy and Bea
Jan Carr, 2024
80 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure for young minds.
Boosts emotional intelligence and empathy.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Interactive, enjoyable read for families.

Tiny Tornadoes: Buddy and Bea
Jan Carr, 2024
Award winning
Not Really Buddies: Buddy and Bea
Jan Carr, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports social and emotional development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Not Really Buddies: Buddy and Bea
Jan Carr, 2023
Award winning
Star of the Party: The Solar System Celebrates!
Jan Carr, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explores space with engaging, festive storyline.
Illustrates planets' features through lively character party.
Encourages curiosity about astronomy and science.
Supports learning with vibrant, captivating illustrations.

Star of the Party: The Solar System Celebrates!
Jan Carr, 2021
Award winning
Toe Shoe Mouse
Jan Carr, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Charming tale of courage and friendship.
Enhances emotional development and empathy.
Stimulates imagination through vivid illustrations.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.

Toe Shoe Mouse
Jan Carr, 2014
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
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.

Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

