Books like The Hostile Hospital
Award winning
File Under: 13 Suspicious Incidents
Lemony Snicket, 2014
272 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with intriguing mysteries and puzzles.
Sharpens analytical skills through problem-solving challenges.
Encourages reading comprehension and attention to detail.
Builds connection with relatable, quirky characters.

File Under: 13 Suspicious Incidents
Lemony Snicket, 2014
Award winning
The Composer Is Dead
Lemony Snicket, Nathaniel Stookey, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to orchestral music and instruments.
Engaging mystery plot stimulates critical thinking.
Humorous narrative keeps children entertained and learning.
Fosters appreciation for classical music at young age.

The Composer Is Dead
Lemony Snicket, Nathaniel Stookey, 2009
Award winning
29 Myths on the Swinster Pharmacy
Lemony Snicket, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Engages curiosity with mysterious, whimsical storyline.
Encourages analytical thinking and creativity.
Unique, quirky characters spark imagination.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

29 Myths on the Swinster Pharmacy
Lemony Snicket, 2014
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 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
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
168 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of adventure and moral lessons.
Cultivates empathy through diverse animal character perspectives.
Strengthens understanding of responsibility and respect.
Ideal for shared reading and family discussion.

The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
InvestiGators: Take the Plunge
John Green, 2020
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous storyline perfect for young readers.
Characters model teamwork, resilience, and curiosity.
Encourages deductive reasoning and investigative skills.
Combines humor with educational content seamlessly.

