Books about Curiosity
Award winning
Curious George's First Day of School
Margret Rey, H. A. Rey, Anna Grossnickle Hines, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale, stimulates curiosity and exploration.
Supports social skills, introduces school setting.
Encourages bravery, facing new experiences.
Fosters language and communication development.

Curious George's First Day of School
Margret Rey, H. A. Rey, Anna Grossnickle Hines, 2005
Award winning
Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants: The Questioneers Book #2
Andrea Beaty, 2019
144 pages
Why to read
Sparks curiosity through science and exploration themes.
Encourages persistence in solving challenging problems.
Enhances vocabulary with engaging, dynamic language.
Emphasizes teamwork in overcoming obstacles.

Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants: The Questioneers Book #2
Andrea Beaty, 2019
Alice Through the Looking-Glass
Jeanne Willis, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of curiosity and personal growth.
Encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Alice Through the Looking-Glass
Jeanne Willis, 2022
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: 100 years edition
Lewis Carroll, 2019
108 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with whimsical narrative.
Encourages exploration of abstract thinking.
Enhances language skills through playful wordplay.
Cultivates empathy with diverse character interactions.

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: 100 years edition
Lewis Carroll, 2019
Award winning
Kate on the Case
Hannah Peck, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled mystery sparks curiosity and engagement.
Characters model resilience and resourcefulness.
Supports development of analytical and deductive skills.
Enhances vocabulary through context-rich storylines.

Kate on the Case
Hannah Peck, 2021
Award winning
Madame Badobedah
Sophie Dahl, 2020
56 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, whimsical adventure fosters curiosity and imagination.
Builds empathy through diverse, intriguing characters.
Encourages exploration of intergenerational friendships.
Enhances understanding of empathy and kindness.

Madame Badobedah
Sophie Dahl, 2020
Award winning
The Detective Dog
Julia Donaldson, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery story enhances analytical thinking.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Encourages teamwork and perseverance through narrative.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Detective Dog
Julia Donaldson, 2016
Award winning
The Creature of the Pines: The Unicorn Rescue Society
Adam Gidwitz, Jesse Casey, Christopher Smith, 2018
176 pages
Why to read
Engages with adventurous and mythical themes.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Fosters curiosity and love for animals.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
