Books like Yasou Nikki (Young Bluegum)
Award winning
Nim's Island
Wendy Orr, 1999
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks curiosity and resilience.
Empowers independence and self-confidence in kids.
Encourages connection with nature and creativity.
Engaging narrative that supports literacy development.
Nim's Island
Wendy Orr, 1999
Spook's Shack
Wendy Orr, 2005
120 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and analytical skills.
Captivates with mystery, enhancing reader engagement.
Spook's Shack
Wendy Orr, 2005
Award winning
DISCOVERED! A Beagle Called Bella (Rainbow Street Shelter, 6)
Wendy Orr, 2015
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young animal lovers.
Teaches empathy and kindness through storytelling.
Encourages responsibility and caring for others.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.
DISCOVERED! A Beagle Called Bella (Rainbow Street Shelter, 6)
Wendy Orr, 2015
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
You Will Do Great Things
Amerie, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires confidence and ambition in young readers.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and creativity.
Colorful illustrations to captivate and engage children.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.
You Will Do Great Things
Amerie, 2023
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Finding Hope
Melissa Strangway, Nicola Baker, 2024
303 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience through captivating storytelling. - Enhances emotional understanding and empathy. - Inspires hope and positivity in young readers. - Supports developmental milestones in literacy and comprehension.
Finding Hope
Melissa Strangway, Nicola Baker, 2024
Award winning
Only for a Little While
Gabriela Orozco Belt, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale about the value of time and change.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Supports literacy skills through engaging narrative.
