Top-rated books by Howard Schwartz
Books like Howard Schwartz’s
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
My Cousin the Minotaur
Saviour Pirotta, 2017
192 pages
Why to read
Explores mythology, enhancing cultural and historical knowledge.
Fuels creativity and expands young readers' imaginations.
Supports understanding of complex family dynamics.
Engaging narrative that promotes consistent reading habits.

My Cousin the Minotaur
Saviour Pirotta, 2017
Award winning
The Devil & Mother Crump
Arnold Lobel, Valerie Scho Carey, 1987
40 pages
Why to read
Intriguing folklore-inspired adventure boosts imagination.
Encourages moral values and empathy in young readers.
Entertaining dialogue develops language and comprehension skills.
Perfect for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

The Devil & Mother Crump
Arnold Lobel, Valerie Scho Carey, 1987
Award winning
The Legend of the Icelandic Yule Lads
Heidi Herman, 2015
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating Icelandic folklore, engaging for young minds.
Enhances cultural awareness and global understanding.
Stimulates imagination and creativity in children.
Ideal for family reading, strengthens bonds and interaction.

The Legend of the Icelandic Yule Lads
Heidi Herman, 2015
Award winning
Sleeping Beauty | La Bella Durmiente (Keepsake Stories, Bilingual)
Carol Ottolenghi, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Bilingual English-Spanish text enhances language learning.
Classic fairy tale fosters imagination and creativity.
Timeless story about resilience and courage.
Supports cognitive development through dual-language exposure.

Sleeping Beauty | La Bella Durmiente (Keepsake Stories, Bilingual)
Carol Ottolenghi, 2004
Beauty and the Beast and Other Stories (Scolastic Junior Classics)
Sarah Hines Stephens, S. Stephens, 2000
240 pages
Why to read
Classic tales foster timeless values and imagination.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills through engaging narratives.
Supports emotional development and empathy understanding.
Ideal for family bonding during storytime.

Beauty and the Beast and Other Stories (Scolastic Junior Classics)
Sarah Hines Stephens, S. Stephens, 2000
Beauty and the Beast and Other Stories
Adèle Geras, 1996
96 pages
Why to read
Classic fairy tales promote moral and ethical development.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills through narrative context.
Supports emotional intelligence with diverse character emotions.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play in young readers.

Beauty and the Beast and Other Stories
Adèle Geras, 1996
Jack the Giant Killer (Classic Reprint)
Aristophanes Aristophanes, 2016
88 pages
Why to read
Classic tale promotes courage and cleverness.
Engaging storyline sparks imagination and creativity.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Encourages discussions about bravery and strategy.
