Books like The Impossible Boy
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
Award winning
Mermaid School
JoAnne Stewart Wetzel, Lucy Courtenay, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Captivating mermaid-themed adventure stimulates young imaginations.
Encourages resilience and friendship through relatable underwater characters.
Enhances problem-solving skills with engaging plot twists.
Ideal for encouraging early reading and interactive storytelling.
Mermaid School
JoAnne Stewart Wetzel, Lucy Courtenay, 2020
Award winning
The Misadventures of Frederick
Ben Manley, Emma Chichester Clark, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with adventurous, whimsical storytelling.
Encourages resilience and creativity in young readers.
Enhances problem-solving through engaging narrative.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading moments.
The Misadventures of Frederick
Ben Manley, Emma Chichester Clark, 2020
Award winning
School Is Wherever I Am
Ellie Peterson, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and adaptable learning environments.
Encourages independence and confidence in young readers.
Strengthen family bonding through shared reading sessions.
Enhances understanding of diverse school experiences.
School Is Wherever I Am
Ellie Peterson, 2022
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Amelia Fang and the Naughty Caticorns
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2020
198 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in whimsical, magical world.
Supports emotional growth, teaches empathy and compassion.
Engaging characters encourage creativity and imagination.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
Amelia Fang and the Naughty Caticorns
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2020
Award winning
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.
