Books like The Secret School Invasion
There's a Beast in the Basement!
Pamela Butchart, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Characters display bravery, teamwork, and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Encourages discussion about fear and courage.

There's a Beast in the Basement!
Pamela Butchart, 2023
Award winning
A Monster Ate My Packed Lunch (Baby Aliens, 11)
Pamela Butchart, 2021
256 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure, sparks imagination in young readers.
Relatable school setting, engaging young minds.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Ideal for family shared reading moments.

A Monster Ate My Packed Lunch (Baby Aliens, 11)
Pamela Butchart, 2021
Secret Seven: Mystery of the Theatre Ghost
Enid Blyton, Pamela Butchart, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Mystery-filled plot sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters exhibit teamwork, enhancing social development.
Encourages critical thinking through problem-solving narrative.
Engaging content tailored for young readers’ growth.

Secret Seven: Mystery of the Theatre Ghost
Enid Blyton, Pamela Butchart, 2019
Award winning
Petunia Perry and the Curse of the Ugly Pigeon
Pamela Butchart, 2015
224 pages
Why to read
Engages kids through a whimsical, humorous storyline.
Features relatable, dynamic characters promoting empathy.
Encourages critical thinking and creative problem-solving.
Supports literacy and cognitive development.

Petunia Perry and the Curse of the Ugly Pigeon
Pamela Butchart, 2015
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
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
113 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling adventures.
Enhances empathy through relatable sibling dynamics.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.
Encourages shared reading with captivating storytelling.

The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
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
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

