Books like Wanda
The Pennine Mouse
Michaela Halliday-King, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, fosters resilience and exploration.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.
Stimulates emotional development and empathy.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.
The Pennine Mouse
Michaela Halliday-King, 2012
Award winning
The Tocks on the Clock (Desi & Friends)
Jozef K Richards, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline enhances time-telling skills and concepts.
Diverse characters promote inclusivity and cultural awareness.
Encourages mathematical thinking and strategic problem-solving.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold young readers' attention.
The Tocks on the Clock (Desi & Friends)
Jozef K Richards, 2021
Award winning
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through playful, imaginative language.
Supports language development with engaging, quirky dialogues.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Builds vocabulary with unique and amusing wordplay.
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
Award winning
A Song for Jamela
Niki Daly, 2009
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and creativity.
Enhances understanding of community values.
Encourages artistic expression and perseverance.
Fosters empathy and emotional growth.
A Song for Jamela
Niki Daly, 2009
Award winning
Gus
Fiona Louise Bate, 2008
56 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship through fun, engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy and social skills effectively.
Stimulates imagination with vivid illustrations.
Perfect for bonding during family reading time.
Gus
Fiona Louise Bate, 2008
Award winning
Dream Street
Tricia Elam Walker, Ekua Holmes, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly illustrates diverse, dynamic Dream Street community.
Enhances children's understanding of friendship and collaboration.
Sparks creativity through engaging, heartfelt storytelling.
Promotes diversity and inclusivity in a relatable way.
Dream Street
Tricia Elam Walker, Ekua Holmes, 2020
Award winning
Hey You!
Sharee Miller, Diane Ewen, Dapo Adeola, Onyinye Iwu, Reggie Brown, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Alyissa Johnson, Chante Timothy, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers and uplifts with diverse, positive representation.
Engages young minds with vibrant, expressive illustrations.
Encourages self-identity and confidence in children.
Interactive narrative fosters parent-child bonding.
Hey You!
Sharee Miller, Diane Ewen, Dapo Adeola, Onyinye Iwu, Reggie Brown, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Alyissa Johnson, Chante Timothy, 2022
Award winning
SPW Adventures: Groundhog Day
Tara Geisel, Bill Geisel, Nafisa Arshad, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Engaging story enhances children's cognitive and emotional development.
Introduces seasonal knowledge through an enjoyable narrative.
Supports understanding of cause and effect.
Encourages bonding over shared reading moments.
