Top-rated books by Brian Gleeson
Books like Brian Gleeson’s
Award winning
Black Tortoise and the Dynasty Dragon (Fujimini Adventure Series Book 5)
Eileen Wacker, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Fuses Asian culture with enchanting animal characters.
Boosts knowledge about friendship and cooperation.
Enhances imagination through adventure and mystique.
Ideal for broadening cultural and emotional intelligence.

Black Tortoise and the Dynasty Dragon (Fujimini Adventure Series Book 5)
Eileen Wacker, 2012
Award winning
Aesop's Forgotten Fables
Aesop, Fiona Waters, Fulvio Testa, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Revives lesser-known fables with captivating storytelling.
Enhances moral reasoning and ethical decision-making.
Encourages curiosity and diverse thinking.
Delivers timeless wisdom through fresh narratives.

Aesop's Forgotten Fables
Aesop, Fiona Waters, Fulvio Testa, 2013
Award winning
The Man and the Fox: English-Dari Edition (Teaching Stories)
Idries Shah, Sally Mallam, 2005
38 pages
Why to read
Bilingual English-Dari text enhances language skills.
Rich, cultural storytelling promotes global awareness.
Stimulates imagination through whimsical narrative.
Supports cognitive development and empathy.

The Man and the Fox: English-Dari Edition (Teaching Stories)
Idries Shah, Sally Mallam, 2005
Award winning
Duck and Hen
Joy Cowley, Tony Stoddard, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Whimsical adventure of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages emotional and social development.
Simple language supports early reading skills.
Engaging story fosters family reading time.

Duck and Hen
Joy Cowley, Tony Stoddard, 1996
Award winning
Mr. Tweed's Good Deeds
Jim Stoten, 2014
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging, vivid illustrations enhance visual learning.
Teaches values of kindness and community help.
Interactive counting aspect boosts cognitive skills.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.

Mr. Tweed's Good Deeds
Jim Stoten, 2014
The First Day of School (Puppy and Bear)
Larry Dane Brimner, John Bendall-Brunello, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Eases first day of school anxieties.
Promotes friendship and empathy.
Engaging, intuitive storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The First Day of School (Puppy and Bear)
Larry Dane Brimner, John Bendall-Brunello, 2017
Award winning
The Tales of Helpful Henry
Mrs. Brandi Smith, Yograj Saini, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages helpfulness and empathy through fun storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Fosters emotional intelligence and social awareness.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

The Tales of Helpful Henry
Mrs. Brandi Smith, Yograj Saini, 2023
Award winning
You're a Rude Pig, Bertie!
Claudia Boldt, 2013
34 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about manners and friendships.
Illustrations captivate and hold children’s attention.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
