Books like The Lost Year
Award winning
The Door by the Staircase
Katherine Marsh, Kelly Murphy, 2016
288 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale blending magic with historical elements.
Strengthens resilience through captivating adventures.
Enhances creative thinking and empathy.
Suitable for independent or family reading time.
The Door by the Staircase
Katherine Marsh, Kelly Murphy, 2016
Award winning
In Plain Sight
Richard Jackson, Jerry Pinkney, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages attention to detail through playful visual elements.
Enhances vocabulary and observational skills.
Supports intergenerational bonding with grandparent-grandchild dynamic.
Fosters daily discovery and appreciation of simplicity.
In Plain Sight
Richard Jackson, Jerry Pinkney, 2016
Award winning
Another Day
Marie Hall Ets, 1953
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating tales enhance children's imaginative capabilities.
Encourages empathy through character relatability.
Stimulates young minds with problem-solving scenarios.
Combines fun storytelling with educational elements.
Another Day
Marie Hall Ets, 1953
Award winning
Footprints
Shannon Jade, Maynard Balinggao, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters empathy and emotional development.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through vivid storytelling.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Footprints
Shannon Jade, Maynard Balinggao, 2021
Award winning
Faraway Things
Dave Eggers, Kelly Murphy, Little, Brown Young Readers, Kelly Murphy-, William DeMeritt, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of adventure and courageous explorations.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Enhances curiosity and broadens world views.
Supports social and emotional development.
Faraway Things
Dave Eggers, Kelly Murphy, Little, Brown Young Readers, Kelly Murphy-, William DeMeritt, 2021
Award winning
The Muslims
Zanib Mian, 2017
164 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity and acceptance through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports social and emotional development in children.
Ideal for introducing cultural awareness and inclusivity.
The Muslims
Zanib Mian, 2017
Award winning
Another
Christian Robinson, 2019
56 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant, imaginative illustrations.
Encourages exploration of diverse perspectives and possibilities.
Supports cognitive development with engaging visual narrative.
Strengthens understanding of self and connectivity.
Another
Christian Robinson, 2019
Award winning
Dude, Where's My Spaceship?
Dan Greenburg, Macky Pamintuan, 2009
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Introduces basic scientific concepts in a fun way.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.
