Top-rated books by Idries Shah
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Award winning
Monkey King: The Classic Chinese Adventure Tale
David Seow, Lak-Khee Tay-Audouard, 1900
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant retelling of a beloved Chinese folk tale.
Encourages cultural awareness and appreciation.
Stimulates creativity and imaginative thinking.
Supports development of moral and ethical reasoning.

Monkey King: The Classic Chinese Adventure Tale
David Seow, Lak-Khee Tay-Audouard, 1900
The Angel Children: Or: Stories from Cloud-Land
Charlotte Higgins, 2009
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through enchanting heavenly tales.
Enhances empathy with relatable, angelic characters.
Encourages moral development and virtue.
Ideal for bedtime reading; fosters parent-child bonding.

The Angel Children: Or: Stories from Cloud-Land
Charlotte Higgins, 2009
Award winning
Whimsical Worlds & Other Realms
Cheryl Latimer, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through magical stories and characters.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse perspectives.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Whimsical Worlds & Other Realms
Cheryl Latimer, 2023
Award winning
On-My-Own Reader Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, Shari Warren, 2004
312 pages
Why to read
Simplified Bible stories fostering spiritual and moral growth.
Engaging illustrations captivate and stimulate children's imagination.
Enhances literacy with age-appropriate language.
Encourages family discussions about values and beliefs.

On-My-Own Reader Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, Shari Warren, 2004
Award winning
Let Your Inner Golden Sparkle Shine: The Little Girl Who Never Stopped Believing in Herself
Sarah Vie, Juliana Brykova, 2022
46 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-confidence through an inspiring storyline.
Encourages perseverance and self-belief in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Let Your Inner Golden Sparkle Shine: The Little Girl Who Never Stopped Believing in Herself
Sarah Vie, Juliana Brykova, 2022
Award winning
How To Train Your Dragon: Paperback Gift Set 2
Cressida Cowell, 2014
3328 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces teamwork, bravery, and leadership skills.
Strengthens reading and cognitive abilities.
Perfect for family bonding over bedtime stories.

How To Train Your Dragon: Paperback Gift Set 2
Cressida Cowell, 2014
Xylophones above Zarundi
Geoffrey Mcskimming, 1995
266 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure in a vibrant, mystical world.
Characters that model resilience and curiosity.
Encourages teamwork and creative problem-solving.
Beautifully written, stimulates imagination and language skills.

Xylophones above Zarundi
Geoffrey Mcskimming, 1995
Award winning
Flossie McFluff: An Irish Fairy
Eoin O'Brien, Audrey Dowling, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating Irish folklore, engaging young readers’ imaginations.
Flossie McFluff, a charming and relatable fairy character.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play through storytelling.
Ideal for fostering early literacy and cultural awareness.
