Books like Throwback
Award winning
Monster Busters
Cornelia Funke, Glenys Ambrus, 2015
81 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative ignites children’s imaginations.
Introduces teamwork and bravery in engaging ways.
Stimulates problem-solving through captivating challenges.
Strengthens reading skills with rich language use.
Monster Busters
Cornelia Funke, Glenys Ambrus, 2015
Award winning
Hot Air
Sandrine Dumas Roy, Sarah Ardizzone, Emmanuelle Houssais, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure engaging young minds.
Strengthens comprehension through fun, interactive storytelling.
Boosts empathy with diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages parent-child bonding over reading.
Hot Air
Sandrine Dumas Roy, Sarah Ardizzone, Emmanuelle Houssais, 2013
Award winning
Superbat
Matt Carr, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging and adventurous superhero story.
Emphasizes bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages creativity and individuality.
Ideal for interactive family reading sessions.
Superbat
Matt Carr, 2017
Award winning
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and mystery enhance cognitive and perceptual skills.
Stimulates imagination, fosters creativity in young minds.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through captivating narrative.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
Award winning
Flying
Donald Crews, 1986
33 pages
Why to read
Captivating aerial adventure for young imaginative minds.
Vivid illustrations enhance visual perception skills.
Encourages understanding of motion and transportation.
Stimulates dialogue about travel and adventure.
Flying
Donald Crews, 1986
Award winning
Brick-a-Breck
Julia Donaldson, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, imaginative storyline.
Enhances problem-solving skills with relatable character challenges.
Encourages family bonding during shared reading times.
Supports literacy development with rhythmic, playful language.
Brick-a-Breck
Julia Donaldson, 2004
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
City in the Clouds
Tony Abbott, Tim Jessell, David Merrell, 1999
99 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Enhances critical thinking through engaging puzzles.
Perfect blend of fantasy and real-world lessons.
