Books like The Kingdom of Back
Award winning
The Story of a Puppet - Or, The Adventures of Pinocchio - Illustrated by C. Mazzanti
Carlo Collodi, 2021
238 pages
Why to read
Classic tale fosters creativity and moral growth.
Illustrations by C. Mazzanti enhance the storytelling.
Encourages lessons on honesty and accountability.
Ideal for shared reading and engagement.

The Story of a Puppet - Or, The Adventures of Pinocchio - Illustrated by C. Mazzanti
Carlo Collodi, 2021
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
Award winning
Winx Club Vol. 1: Welcome to Magix (Winx Club, 1)
Rainbow Spa, Iginio Straffi, 2024
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging magical adventures spark children's imagination.
Characters display teamwork, friendship, and resilience.
Encourages creativity and belief in oneself.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.

Winx Club Vol. 1: Welcome to Magix (Winx Club, 1)
Rainbow Spa, Iginio Straffi, 2024
Award winning
All Science You Need Know Before Age 7
Stefano Tognetti, Katie Daynes, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Builds a Strong Foundation: Reading this book can help young children develop a solid understanding of basic scientific concepts, which can be crucial for their future education in science.
Encourages Curiosity: The book is designed to spark curiosity in young minds about the world around them, promoting a love for learning and exploration.
Age-Appropriate Content: The information is presented in a way that is accessible and engaging for children under the age of 7, making learning fun and appropriate for their developmental stage.
Interactive Learning: The book may include interactive elements such as simple experiments, activities, or questions that can help children engage with the material and apply what they learn in a hands-on manner.

All Science You Need Know Before Age 7
Stefano Tognetti, Katie Daynes, 2020
Award winning
Madeline and the Old House in Paris
John Bemelmans Marciano, 2013
48 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination through adventurous storytelling.
Characters display courage and cooperation.
Enhances problem-solving and deductive reasoning.
Educational insights into Parisian culture and history.

Madeline and the Old House in Paris
John Bemelmans Marciano, 2013
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.

Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
Award winning
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Illustrated)
Lewis Carroll, Robert A. Murray, 1865
108 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical and fantastical elements.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through Alice’s adventures.
Supports language development with rich, playful vocabulary.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Illustrated)
Lewis Carroll, Robert A. Murray, 1865
Award winning
Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging Storyline: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' offers an engaging and relatable storyline that captures the challenges and triumphs of childhood, making it a great read for young readers who are navigating their own personal growth and learning experiences.
Positive Role Models: The book features positive role models, including the main character, Roosevelt Banks, who demonstrates the importance of perseverance, honesty, and kindness, providing young readers with a character they can look up to and learn from.
Humor and Entertainment: Laurie Calkhoven's writing style incorporates humor and fun, which keeps readers entertained while also delivering important life lessons. This makes reading enjoyable and can help instill a love of reading in children.
Development of Reading Skills: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' is well-suited for middle-grade readers who are looking to improve their reading skills. The vocabulary and sentence structure are designed to challenge young readers in a supportive way, contributing to their literacy development.

