Books like The Girl Who Lost Her Shadow
Award winning
Hortense and the Shadow
Natalia O'hara, Lauren O'Hara, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Combines adventure with deep emotional insights.
Enhances self-discovery and acceptance.
Encourages overcoming fears in creative ways.
Beautiful artwork complements engaging narrative.
Hortense and the Shadow
Natalia O'hara, Lauren O'Hara, 2017
Award winning
Knight's Castle (Tales of Magic Book 2)
Edward Eager, N. M. Bodecker, 1999
224 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, stimulates imaginative play and creativity.
Features relatable, dynamic characters for young readers.
Encourages teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Blends historical elements with magical realism.
Knight's Castle (Tales of Magic Book 2)
Edward Eager, N. M. Bodecker, 1999
Award winning
Bone Vol. 3: Eyes of the Storm
Jeff Smith, 1994
196 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline enhances focus and comprehension skills.
Introduces complex themes in a child-friendly manner.
Strengthens empathy through dynamic character relationships.
Bone Vol. 3: Eyes of the Storm
Jeff Smith, 1994
Award winning
The Mythics #1: Marina and the Kraken
Lauren Magaziner, Mirelle Ortega, 2022
144 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled plot with mythical creatures.
Encourages bravery and friendship values.
Boosts imagination and creativity in young readers.
Suitable for improving reading skills and focus.
The Mythics #1: Marina and the Kraken
Lauren Magaziner, Mirelle Ortega, 2022
Award winning
Pirates Past Noon (Magic Tree House, No. 4)
Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca, 1994
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative boosts curiosity and imagination.
Encourages historical knowledge and interest in exploration.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging storytelling.
Pirates Past Noon (Magic Tree House, No. 4)
Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca, 1994
Award winning
The Race Against Time (Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time #3)
Geronimo Stilton, Danilo Barozzi, Silvia Bigolin, 2006
320 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed, historical journey ignites curiosity.
Stimulates imagination through time-travel escapades.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Enhances knowledge of history in engaging narrative.
The Race Against Time (Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time #3)
Geronimo Stilton, Danilo Barozzi, Silvia Bigolin, 2006
Award winning
The Little Mermaid
Hans Christian Andersen, J.H. Stickney, 2017
64 pages
Why to read
Classic fairy tale sparks imagination and emotional depth.
Encourages themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience.
Enhances vocabulary and understanding of narrative structures.
Supports emotional and moral development through storytelling.
The Little Mermaid
Hans Christian Andersen, J.H. Stickney, 2017
Award winning
Summer Reading is Killing Me! (Time Warp Trio, No. 7)
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1998
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous adventure enhances critical thinking.
Encourages teamwork with diverse, relatable characters.
Fosters imagination through unique time-travel scenarios.
Promotes literacy with engaging narrative and dialogue.
