Books like The Ghost of Goose Island (MERCER MAYER'S LC & THE CRITTER KIDS)
Showdown at the Arcade (Lc and the Critter Kids)
Erica Farber, 1994
66 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach valuable lessons in teamwork and friendship.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances family bonding.
Showdown at the Arcade (Lc and the Critter Kids)
Erica Farber, 1994
Award winning
Kiss of the Mermaid (Mercer Mayer's Critters of the Night / Step into Reading, Step 3)
Erica Farber, John R. Sansevere, 1996
47 pages
Why to read
Engaging underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Characters inspire imagination and foster empathy.
Encourages problem-solving skills through narrative challenges.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bond.
Kiss of the Mermaid (Mercer Mayer's Critters of the Night / Step into Reading, Step 3)
Erica Farber, John R. Sansevere, 1996
Seagulls Don't Eat Pickles
Erica Farber, 2013
155 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure sparks creativity and curiosity.
Builds empathy through diverse, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Balances entertainment with educational value.
Seagulls Don't Eat Pickles
Erica Farber, 2013
The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through enchanting, magical adventures.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging storyline.
Encourages exploration of emotions and relationships.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
205 pages
Why to read
Engages creativity through adventure-packed, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens problem-solving skills within a familiar game world.
Fosters a love for reading through relatable characters.
Encourages strategic thinking and decision-making.
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
Lightfall: The Girl & the Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2020
247 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating storyline.
Encourages creativity and resilience.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary.
Supports emotional and social development.
