Books like The Last Last-Day-of-Summer
Award winning
Winter of the Ice Wizard
Mary Pope Osborne, 2004
144 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with a magical, adventurous storyline.
Strengthens problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Encourages resilience through characters' perseverance.

Winter of the Ice Wizard
Mary Pope Osborne, 2004
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
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages positive values like friendship and bravery.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.

Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
Award winning
Through the Looking Glass, and What Alice Found There
Lewis Carroll, 1871
240 pages
Why to read
Expands creativity with whimsical, fantastical elements.
Encourages linguistic growth through playful language use.
Enhances cognitive skills via engaging puzzles and riddles.
Strengthens reading comprehension in a joyful manner.

Through the Looking Glass, and What Alice Found There
Lewis Carroll, 1871
Award winning
Marv and the Mega Robot
Alex Falase-Koya, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Action-packed adventure with Marv and a robot.
Engaging plot boosts critical thinking.
Illustrations enhance interaction and imagination.
Ideal for young tech enthusiasts.

Marv and the Mega Robot
Alex Falase-Koya, 2022
Award winning
The Dragon in the Library
Louie Stowell, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure sparks imagination and joy in young readers.
Introduces basic library skills and promotes love for reading.
Encourages teamwork and problem-solving among diverse characters.
Suitable for boosting confidence in reluctant readers.

The Dragon in the Library
Louie Stowell, 2019
The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through enchanting, magical adventures.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging storyline.
Encourages exploration of emotions and relationships.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

