Top-rated books by Nik Fairbrother
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Award winning
Wanda
Sihle Nontshokweni, Mathabo Tlali, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages self-acceptance and confidence building.
Supports social and emotional development.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.

Wanda
Sihle Nontshokweni, Mathabo Tlali, 2023
Award winning
School Is Wherever I Am
Ellie Peterson, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and adaptable learning environments.
Encourages independence and confidence in young readers.
Strengthen family bonding through shared reading sessions.
Enhances understanding of diverse school experiences.

School Is Wherever I Am
Ellie Peterson, 2022
Award winning
A Is for Ambitious
Meena Harris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages ambition through engaging storytelling.
Characters exemplify perseverance and goal setting.
Enhances vocabulary and literacy skills.
Stimulates discussions on aspirations and achievements.

A Is for Ambitious
Meena Harris, 2023
Award winning
The Walking School Bus
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Friedland, Julian Lennon, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of teamwork and cooperation.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Stimulates imagination with relatable school setting.
Supports parent-child bonding through shared reading.

The Walking School Bus
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Friedland, Julian Lennon, 2023
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.

Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.

Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
Award winning
Everybody Has a Body
Molli Jackson Ehlert, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding and appreciation of body diversity.
Supports early development of self-esteem and confidence.
Illustrations engage children, enhance visual learning.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Everybody Has a Body
Molli Jackson Ehlert, 2023
Award winning
The 156-Storey Treehouse: Festive Frolics and Sneaky Snowmen
Andy Griffiths, 2023
368 pages
Why to read
Expands creativity with engaging, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills through captivating narrative.
Fosters problem-solving abilities with playful challenges.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading times.
