Books like The Valley of the Cobras (The Adventures of Jo, Zette and Jocko)
Award winning
L'ILE NOIRE (EGMONT ANGLAIS): THE BLACK ISLAND
Hergé, 1943
62 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale enhances critical thinking and imagination.
Features relatable, resourceful protagonist Tintin.
Stimulates curiosity through mystery and exploration.
Supports literacy development with engaging narrative structure.

L'ILE NOIRE (EGMONT ANGLAIS): THE BLACK ISLAND
Hergé, 1943
The Adventures of Tintin: Volume 1: Tintin in the Land of the Soviets / Tintin in America
Hergé, 2025
208 pages
Why to read
Thrilling chases and visual humor.
Early peek at 1920s world history.
Strong role-model for courage.
Great gateway into classic comics.

The Adventures of Tintin: Volume 1: Tintin in the Land of the Soviets / Tintin in America
Hergé, 2025
Award winning
The Labyrinth of Doom: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
150 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, engaging storyline captivates young readers.
Characters display teamwork, enhancing social skills development.
Encourages creative thinking and strategic problem-solving.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Labyrinth of Doom: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
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.

The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
Bird & Squirrel All Together: A Graphic Novel
James Burks, 2022
126 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Engaging narrative boosts reading interest and retention.
Suitable for early readers and advancing literacy skills.

Bird & Squirrel All Together: A Graphic Novel
James Burks, 2022
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Sunny the Shark
Remy Lai, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative fosters excitement and engagement.
Sunny the Shark teaches resilience and bravery.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.

