Books like The Gruffalo and Other Stories Treasury
The Ugly Five Sticker Book
Julia Donaldson, 2018
Why to read
Enhances creativity through sticker activities.
Teaches children about unique animals and acceptance.
Improves understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages environmental awareness.

The Ugly Five Sticker Book
Julia Donaldson, 2018
Bug Club Guided Julia Donaldson Plays Year Two Gold The Fish in the Tree (BUG CLUB)
Julia Donaldson, 2013
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through fantasy and storytelling.
Boosts literacy, comprehension with engaging text.
Supports cognitive development and problem-solving skills.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

Bug Club Guided Julia Donaldson Plays Year Two Gold The Fish in the Tree (BUG CLUB)
Julia Donaldson, 2013
The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes
Julia Donaldson, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity and imaginative play.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Encourages resilience through relatable characters.
Interactive reading experience for children and parents.

The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes
Julia Donaldson, 2019
Julia Donaldson's Book of Names: A Magical Rhyming Celebration of Children, Imagination, Stories... And Names!
Julia Donaldson, 2025
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates imagination through vibrant, magical rhyming tales.
Introduces children to names, enhancing personal identity exploration.
Strengthens literacy with engaging, rhythmic language patterns.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.

Julia Donaldson's Book of Names: A Magical Rhyming Celebration of Children, Imagination, Stories... And Names!
Julia Donaldson, 2025
Read with Oxford: Stage 2: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: The Trunk and The Skunk and Other Stories
Julia Donaldson, 2018
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging phonics-based stories for early readers. - Enhances reading fluency and comprehension. - Develops vocabulary through playful rhymes. - Encourages a love for reading and storytelling.

Read with Oxford: Stage 2: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: The Trunk and The Skunk and Other Stories
Julia Donaldson, 2018
Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes: The Gruffalo Cookbook
Julia Donaldson, 2016
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires culinary creativity in children.
Connects cooking with beloved Gruffalo characters.
Enhances reading through interactive recipe engagement.
Fosters family bonding over food and stories.

Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes: The Gruffalo Cookbook
Julia Donaldson, 2016
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 4: Songbirds More A: Tails
Julia Donaldson, Clare Kirtley, 2007
16 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through engaging phonics-based stories.
Fosters early reading skills with simple, repetitive sentences.
Builds confidence in young readers with familiar themes.
Encourages a love for reading with captivating tales.

Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 4: Songbirds More A: Tails
Julia Donaldson, Clare Kirtley, 2007
Read with Oxford: Stage 3: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: Tim's Bad Mood and Other Stories
Julia Donaldson, 2018
136 pages
Why to read
Develops emotional recognition through relatable stories.
Enhances reading fluency with rhythmic, repetitive text.
Encourages conversation on managing moods and feelings.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening child-parent bonds.

