Top-rated books by Dahl
Matilda: Matilda's Secret File
Age: 7-12
Books like Dahl’s
Award winning
Violet and the Mystery of Tiger Island
Harriet Whitehorn, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters curiosity and discovery.
Characters exhibit teamwork, courage, and intelligence.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Violet and the Mystery of Tiger Island
Harriet Whitehorn, 2023
Award winning
Saving Hanno: A Refugee Boy and His Dog
Miriam Halahmy, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience in adverse situations.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards refugees.
Strengthens emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports discussions on history and humanity.
Saving Hanno: A Refugee Boy and His Dog
Miriam Halahmy, 2021
Award winning
Popcorn Bob
Maranke Rinck, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale, sparks creativity and imagination.
Promotes teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual engagement.
Ideal for family shared reading moments.
Popcorn Bob
Maranke Rinck, 2019
Award winning
From Nerd to Ninja! (Ninja Kid #1) (From Nerd to Ninja!, 1)
Anh Do, 2018
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging transformation from average kid to fearless ninja.
Encourages creativity and self-confidence in young readers.
Features humor and adventure promoting literacy engagement.
Addresses overcoming challenges through resilience.
From Nerd to Ninja! (Ninja Kid #1) (From Nerd to Ninja!, 1)
Anh Do, 2018
Ember Spark and the Thunder of Dragons
Abi Elphinstone, 2024
253 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks curiosity and imagination.
Features strong, relatable young protagonist.
Encourages resilience and bravery through challenges.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ember Spark and the Thunder of Dragons
Abi Elphinstone, 2024
Award winning
The Bag of Bones: The Second Tale from the Five Kingdoms (Tales from the Five Kingdoms)
Vivian French, 2009
256 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure enriches imagination and creativity.
Features strong, relatable characters, enhancing empathy.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Offers a fun, captivating educational experience.
The Bag of Bones: The Second Tale from the Five Kingdoms (Tales from the Five Kingdoms)
Vivian French, 2009
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.
