Books like The Time Garden (Tales of Magic Book 4)
Award winning
Knight's Castle (Tales of Magic Book 2)
Edward Eager, 1956
224 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, stimulates imaginative play and creativity.
Features relatable, dynamic characters for young readers.
Encourages teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Blends historical elements with magical realism.

Knight's Castle (Tales of Magic Book 2)
Edward Eager, 1956
Award winning
Three Pickled Herrings
Sally Gardner, 2013
192 pages
Why to read
Enthralling mystery tailored for young problem-solvers.
Builds critical thinking through engaging storytelling.
Characters exemplify teamwork and persistence.
Encourages curiosity and analytical skills.

Three Pickled Herrings
Sally Gardner, 2013
Award winning
Choosing Crumble
Michael Rosen, 2014
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure encourages problem-solving skills.
Relatable bond between child and pet characters.
Promotes empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading time.

Choosing Crumble
Michael Rosen, 2014
Award winning
The Royal Book of Oz
Ruth Plumly Thompson, L. Frank Baum, 1921
162 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy enhances children’s creative thinking.
Introduces values of friendship and bravery.
Encourages exploration of diverse, whimsical worlds.
Supports vocabulary expansion and language skills.

The Royal Book of Oz
Ruth Plumly Thompson, L. Frank Baum, 1921
Award winning
Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue
Paula Harrison, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and heroism captivate young readers.
Builds empathy through relatable animal characters.
Encourages problem-solving and bravery.
Engaging story inspires love for reading.

Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue
Paula Harrison, 2019
Award winning
Lily Bowers and the Uninvited Guest
Jess Lohmann, 2019
182 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure encourages exploration and curiosity.
Builds empathy through diverse, well-developed characters.
Enhances problem-solving and resilience in young readers.
Perfect balance of fun and educational content.

Lily Bowers and the Uninvited Guest
Jess Lohmann, 2019
Award winning
Classics
Mary Poppins
P. L. Travers, 1934
36 pages
Why to read
Whimsical adventure, fosters creativity and imagination.
Timeless characters teach valuable life lessons.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.

Mary Poppins
P. L. Travers, 1934
Award winning
Encanto Deluxe Junior Novel
Disney, Walt Disney Company, Angela Cervantes, 2021
100 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enriches children's imagination and creativity.
Showcases importance of family and individual uniqueness.
Enhances linguistic skills and emotional understanding.
Encourages discussions on resilience and self-discovery.

