Books like The Girl from the Sea
Award winning
Winterling
Sarah Prineas, 2012
248 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with magical, adventurous storyline.
Encourages resilience through protagonist’s challenging journey.
Teaches values of courage and friendship.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Winterling
Sarah Prineas, 2012
Award winning
Gifts
Bogart, Barbara Reid, Jo Ellen Bogart, 1994
44 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through captivating magical elements.
Enhances emotional intelligence with relatable interpersonal scenarios.
Encourages generosity and the joy of giving.
Supports vocabulary growth and cognitive development.
Gifts
Bogart, Barbara Reid, Jo Ellen Bogart, 1994
Award winning
Don't Touch My Hair!
Sharee Miller, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through themes of autonomy and respect.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages conversations about personal boundaries and consent.
Celebrates diversity and individuality.
Don't Touch My Hair!
Sharee Miller, 2018
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
School Rules Are Optional: The Grade Six Survival Guide 1
Alison Hart, 2020
208 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humorous, realistic school scenarios.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in challenging situations.
Highlights the importance of friendship and collaboration.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.
School Rules Are Optional: The Grade Six Survival Guide 1
Alison Hart, 2020
Award winning
Nobi: Inspiring story about self-confidence, discovery, and friendship for young readers
Abbey Campbell Cook, Leigh Cook, Catherina Matigina, 2022
133 pages
Why to read
Boosts self-confidence through engaging storytelling.
Encourages exploration and personal growth.
Strengthens understanding of friendship values.
Ideal for shared reading sessions with family.
Nobi: Inspiring story about self-confidence, discovery, and friendship for young readers
Abbey Campbell Cook, Leigh Cook, Catherina Matigina, 2022
Award winning
Monster School
Kate Coombs, Lee Gatlin, 2018
36 pages
Why to read
Captivating monster-themed story sparks children's imagination.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable monster characters.
Facilitates problem-solving skills in fun scenarios.
Engaging narrative promotes family reading time.
Monster School
Kate Coombs, Lee Gatlin, 2018
Toby, Who Are You?
William Steig, Teryl Euvremer, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and self-discovery through engaging narrative.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, captivating children’s imagination.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
