Books like The Gingerbread Pirates
Award winning
The 156-Storey Treehouse: Festive Frolics and Sneaky Snowmen
Andy Griffiths, 2023
368 pages
Why to read
Expands creativity with engaging, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills through captivating narrative.
Fosters problem-solving abilities with playful challenges.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading times.

The 156-Storey Treehouse: Festive Frolics and Sneaky Snowmen
Andy Griffiths, 2023
Award winning
Tiger in Trouble: Book 2 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters exhibit teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Promotes critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for cooperative reading sessions between parents and children.

Tiger in Trouble: Book 2 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
Award winning
Hilda and the Great Parade
Luke Pearson, Stephen Davies, 2019
176 pages
Why to read
Vibrant storytelling with lively illustrations.
Highlights bravery and friendship.
Encourages curiosity and exploration.
Ideal for developing early reading skills.

Hilda and the Great Parade
Luke Pearson, Stephen Davies, 2019
Stick Dog Slurps Spaghetti
Tom Watson, 2022
240 pages
Why to read
Humorous story enhances children's linguistic and emotional development.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration through engaging narrative.
Develops empathy by exploring diverse perspectives of characters.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Stick Dog Slurps Spaghetti
Tom Watson, 2022
Award winning
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Modern twist on a classic tale inspires creativity.
Emphasizes resilience and bravery through Bea's adventures.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Ideal for family reading, strengthens bonds.

Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
Award winning
Azmina the Gold Glitter Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2021
144 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity with Azmina's magical adventures.
Encourages resilience through character challenges.
Supports emotional development with relatable themes.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Azmina the Gold Glitter Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2021
Award winning
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-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, 2022
Einstein the Penguin
Iona Rangeley, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters curiosity and imagination.
Characters teach resilience and friendship values.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

