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The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires wonder through cosmic adventure and discovery.
Enhances understanding of friendship, bravery, and curiosity.
Stimulates interests in astronomy and space exploration.
Supports literacy skills with engaging storytelling techniques.
The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
Award winning
When We Go Walking
Cari Best, Kyrsten Brooker, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid storytelling enhances children's imaginations.
Encourages observational skills through engaging nature walks.
Supports language development with rhythmic, repetitive phrasing.
Fosters a love for adventure and outdoor activities.
When We Go Walking
Cari Best, Kyrsten Brooker, 2013
Award winning
Bright Star
Yuyi Morales, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates resilience, hope, and personal empowerment.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse cultures.
Perfect for family bonding over shared reading times.
Bright Star
Yuyi Morales, 2021
Award winning
If Jesus Were a Butterfly
Jill Burdorf, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Explores spirituality through engaging, imaginative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.
Enhances emotional and social development.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
If Jesus Were a Butterfly
Jill Burdorf, 2023
Award winning
Jan and Tom go to the Beach
Cassandra Bowen, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Captivating beach adventure, ideal for young explorers.
Enhances vocabulary through engaging dialogue and descriptions.
Fosters curiosity and knowledge about marine life.
Encourages outdoor activity and appreciation of nature.
Jan and Tom go to the Beach
Cassandra Bowen, 2021
Whizzz! Big Orange Plane!: (Whizzz! Illustrated edition)
John Townsend, Celeste Aires, 2021
10 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in the skies excites young minds.
Vivid illustrations foster imagination and visual learning.
Introduces basic aerodynamics and physics concepts.
Encourages curiosity and knowledge about transportation.
Whizzz! Big Orange Plane!: (Whizzz! Illustrated edition)
John Townsend, Celeste Aires, 2021
Award winning
Never Stop Dreaming: Inspiring Short Stories of Unique and Wonderful Boys
Ellen Mills, Special Art Stories, 2022
106 pages
Why to read
Empowers boys through diverse, inspiring tales.
Builds resilience, encourages dreaming big.
Cultivates empathy, celebrates uniqueness.
Ideal for family bonding over stories.
Never Stop Dreaming: Inspiring Short Stories of Unique and Wonderful Boys
Ellen Mills, Special Art Stories, 2022
Award winning
Another
Christian Robinson, 2019
56 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant, imaginative illustrations.
Encourages exploration of diverse perspectives and possibilities.
Supports cognitive development with engaging visual narrative.
Strengthens understanding of self and connectivity.
