Top-rated books by Paul May
Cat Patrol
Age: 5-7
Books like Paul May’s
Award winning
Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom
Louis Sachar, 2020
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging, quirky adventures spark imagination.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and social skills.
Ideal for fun, educational family reading.
Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom
Louis Sachar, 2020
Famous Five Colour Short Stories: The Library Mystery
Enid Blyton, Sufiya Ahmed, 2025
80 pages
Why to read
Engages children with mystery and adventure.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Stimulates cognitive development through problem-solving.
Captivating, age-appropriate language and themes.
Famous Five Colour Short Stories: The Library Mystery
Enid Blyton, Sufiya Ahmed, 2025
Award winning
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Fuses Halloween excitement with enchanting aquatic adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages creativity with unique narwhal-led storyline.
Ideal for bonding over seasonal storytelling.
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
The Mystery of the Missing Mummy: (Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries)
Fran Manushkin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot enhances critical thinking skills.
Relatable characters, Katie and Pedro, boost connection and empathy.
Encourages deductive reasoning and attention to detail.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
The Mystery of the Missing Mummy: (Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries)
Fran Manushkin, 2022
Ambrose Follows His Nose
Dick Smith, Josie Rogers, Dick King-Smith, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Storytelling enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through narrative.
Supports parent-child bonding during shared reading times.
Ambrose Follows His Nose
Dick Smith, Josie Rogers, Dick King-Smith, 2023
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
Bunny vs Monkey: Bunny Bonanza!
Jamie Smart, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Dynamic adventure encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Humorous storyline, engaging for young readers.
Reinforces themes of friendship and cooperation.
Captivating illustrations enhance storytelling and interest.
Bunny vs Monkey: Bunny Bonanza!
Jamie Smart, 2024
Where is Ben Hiding?
Emily Bolam, Jay Dale, 2023
16 pages
Why to read
Engaging hide-and-seek story sparks curiosity and engagement.
Introduces problem-solving skills through interactive narrative.
Encourages observational skills and attention to detail.
Supports early literacy and language development.
