Books like Cassie Mayer’s
Award winning
Behind Mr. Bunyan
Agnes Beaumont, 1996
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through historical and fantastical elements.
Enhances empathy, understanding diverse perspectives.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative.
Supports emotional development and resilience.
Behind Mr. Bunyan
Agnes Beaumont, 1996
Award winning
The Monsters Inside
Belinda O'Brien, Jemina Venter, Cathy Vallance, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about facing and overcoming fears.
Illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Encourages emotional resilience in young readers.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Monsters Inside
Belinda O'Brien, Jemina Venter, Cathy Vallance, 2015
Award winning
Iguanadon
Rupert Matthews, 2003
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative about prehistoric creatures.
Stimulates curiosity about natural history and science.
Encourages exploration and learning through adventure.
Beautiful illustrations complement the story.
Iguanadon
Rupert Matthews, 2003
Save the Planet
Andrew Hubbard, 2022
62 pages
Why to read
Encourages environmental awareness in young readers.
Inspires actions towards sustainability and conservation.
Interactive content boosts engagement and learning.
Supports development of empathy towards nature.
Save the Planet
Andrew Hubbard, 2022
Truth Test (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Lori Pollard-Johnson, Margaret Sanfilippo, 2000
75 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with realistic, contemporary issues.
Encourages ethical decision-making and integrity.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for family discussion and bonding.
Truth Test (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Lori Pollard-Johnson, Margaret Sanfilippo, 2000
The Field Primer
Walter Taylor Field, Maginel Wright Enright, 2016
136 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about nature and science.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.
Encourages exploration and learning about the environment.
Supports developmental milestones in understanding and cognition.
The Field Primer
Walter Taylor Field, Maginel Wright Enright, 2016
Award winning
The Barker Twins: Triple Check-Up
Tomie DePaola, Michelle Poploff, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about family, friendship, and cooperation.
Illustrations capture attention, enhance understanding.
Builds emotional intelligence and empathy.
Encourages regular health check-ups, promotes wellness.
The Barker Twins: Triple Check-Up
Tomie DePaola, Michelle Poploff, 2004
I Can't Fly And I Can't Swim
Simon Gough, 2011
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters resilience through imaginative storyline.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional development and self-acceptance.
Engaging narrative that promotes adventurous thinking.
