Books by Emma Thompson and related authors
Award winning
The Further Tale of Peter Rabbit
Emma Thompson, Eleanor Taylor, 2012
72 pages
Why to read
- Continues beloved adventures of Peter Rabbit.
- Enhances creativity and imaginative thinking.
- Encourages empathy through character development.
- Ideal for shared parent-child reading time.

The Further Tale of Peter Rabbit
Emma Thompson, Eleanor Taylor, 2012
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, Adam Rex, Eliza Robertson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
- Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
- Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
- Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
- Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.

Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, Adam Rex, Eliza Robertson, 2025
Award winning
The Red Book
Barbara Lehman, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
- Wordless narrative fosters imagination and storytelling skills.
- Illustrations enhance visual thinking and attention to detail.
- Encourages exploration of themes like friendship and curiosity.
- Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Red Book
Barbara Lehman, 2004
Griffin In The Spring
Melissa Marie Keeping, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
- Engages children with colorful, vibrant springtime illustrations.
- Introduces young readers to the wonders of changing seasons.
- Encourages exploration and curiosity in natural world settings.
- Supports early developmental skills in reading and comprehension.

Griffin In The Spring
Melissa Marie Keeping, 2020
The Boy in the Big Black Box
Rebecca Lisle, 2007
80 pages
Why to read
- Explores emotions, encourages empathy and understanding. - Enhances creativity through mystery-solving narrative. - Supports emotional development in early childhood. - Engages young readers with captivating illustrations.

The Boy in the Big Black Box
Rebecca Lisle, 2007
Close Encounters of a Most Peculiar Kind
Vola Ryan, 2016
68 pages
Why to read
- Stimulates creativity with its whimsical, otherworldly encounters.
- Strengthens empathy through diverse, engaging character interactions.
- Encourages curiosity and exploration of new concepts.
- Designed for enjoyable parent-child shared reading moments.

Close Encounters of a Most Peculiar Kind
Vola Ryan, 2016
Miss Grumbles: Learns and Grows
Iván Torres, Samantha Torres, Mohaddisa Nazz, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
- Engaging story promotes emotional and social development.
- Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
- Addresses overcoming challenges and personal growth.
- Suitable for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Miss Grumbles: Learns and Grows
Iván Torres, Samantha Torres, Mohaddisa Nazz, 2023
Award winning
Clifford Big Red Chapter Book #1
Gail Herman, Robbin Cuddy, 2003
64 pages
Why to read
- Engaging adventures with Clifford boost children's reading interest.
- Stimulates emotional development through relatable character interactions.
- Encourages vocabulary expansion and language skills.
- Supports understanding of friendship and teamwork values.
