Books like The Story Thief
Sadderday and Funday
Polly Peters, Fusek Peters, Andrew Peters, Andrew Fusek Peters, 2001
64 pages
Why to read
Encourages emotional understanding and expression.
Supports development of empathy in young readers.
Engages children with lively, captivating illustrations.
Fosters a love for reading through relatable themes.
Sadderday and Funday
Polly Peters, Fusek Peters, Andrew Peters, Andrew Fusek Peters, 2001
Award winning
Tiger and the Wise Man
Andrew Fusek Peters, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates morality and ethical decision-making in young readers.
Stimulates creative thinking through a captivating narrative.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Encourages empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.
Tiger and the Wise Man
Andrew Fusek Peters, 2005
The Boy in the Jam Jar: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band
Joyce Dunbar, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with a captivating, adventurous plot.
Features relatable characters, enhancing emotional development.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Designed for shared reading, bolstering family bonds.
The Boy in the Jam Jar: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band
Joyce Dunbar, 2020
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
My Little Thief
Augusten Burroughs, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivates with thrilling adventures and imaginative scenarios.
Introduces relatable, inspirational protagonist kids will love.
Enhances problem-solving skills and ethical decision-making.
Engaging narrative fosters love for reading.
My Little Thief
Augusten Burroughs, 2023
The Labyrinth of Doom
John Smith, Stuart Gibbs, Chris Choi, Stacy Curtis, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled plot boosts engagement and imaginative thinking.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances problem-solving skills through intriguing challenges.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.
