Top-rated books by Julian Barnes
Sticky Ends
Age: 7-9
Books like Julian Barnes’s
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.

Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
Lizzy and the Cloud
Terry Fan, 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Captivates with whimsical storytelling and charming illustrations.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Explores themes of friendship and responsibility.
Ideal for engaging young minds in shared reading.

Lizzy and the Cloud
Terry Fan, 2022
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.

The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
Award winning
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging, suspenseful narrative captivates young readers' attention.
Encourages creativity and curiosity through whimsical storytelling.
Illustrates problem-solving skills in a fun, approachable way.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention in young minds.

Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
Award winning
The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Adventurous and creative story arc.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances imaginative thinking and creativity.
Ideal for home or classroom shared reading.

The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
Award winning
How to Write a Poem
Kwame Alexander, Melissa Sweet, Deanna Nikaido, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and expression through poetry.
Teaches poetic forms and techniques, educational.
Encourages children's confidence in writing.
Fun, interactive reading for family bonding.

How to Write a Poem
Kwame Alexander, Melissa Sweet, Deanna Nikaido, 2023
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Would You Rather... The Harry Potter Fan Edition!: An unofficial HP game book filled with over 140 funny, clever, and thoughtful Harry Potter prompts and questions
Heidi Bee, 2022
83 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with Harry Potter-themed scenarios.
Boosts decision-making skills through engaging prompts.
Encourages family interaction and bonding during gameplay.
Fosters creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
