Books like The High Street
The Holiday Mystery (Dotty Detective, Book 6)
Clara Vulliamy, 2019
176 pages
Why to read
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Strengthens reading comprehension and inferential skills.
Engaging mystery elements capture young readers' attention.
Inspires curiosity and investigative thinking.

The Holiday Mystery (Dotty Detective, Book 6)
Clara Vulliamy, 2019
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.

The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
Award winning
Limelight Larry
Leigh Hodgkinson, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling captivates young readers' curiosity.
Encourages creativity and sharing through humorous scenarios.
Supports social skills development and teamwork.
Vibrant illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

Limelight Larry
Leigh Hodgkinson, 2010
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.

Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
The Midnight Mystery (Boxcar Children Mysteries, 95)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Tim Gregory, 2003
128 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a suspenseful, captivating mystery.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative problem-solving skills.
Strengthens reading comprehension and inferential thinking.
Nurtures curiosity and boosts cognitive development.

The Midnight Mystery (Boxcar Children Mysteries, 95)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Tim Gregory, 2003
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.

