Books like The Hoys
Award winning
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages empathy through diverse sea creature characters.
Instills values of teamwork and cooperation.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with captivating starry tales.
Characters teach valuable emotional and social lessons.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
Award winning
The Monkey Who Saved the Zoo: Chaos of the Grumpy Pirate Penguin
Adisan Books, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks children's imagination and curiosity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork, great for young minds.
Enhances vocabulary and cognitive skills through engaging narrative.
Addresses handling emotions and conflict resolution positively.
The Monkey Who Saved the Zoo: Chaos of the Grumpy Pirate Penguin
Adisan Books, 2022
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
Lizzy and the Cloud
Terry Fan, 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Captivates with whimsical storytelling and charming illustrations.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Explores themes of friendship and responsibility.
Ideal for engaging young minds in shared reading.
