Books about Discovery
Award winning
Dawn of the Light Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure stimulates creative thinking.
Characters showcase resilience and teamwork.
Encourages determination through problem-solving challenges.
Ideal for developing early reading skills.

Dawn of the Light Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
Award winning
The Good Egg
Jory John, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes self-care and importance of healthy boundaries.
Illustrates managing stress in relatable, humorous ways.
Supports emotional and social development in children.
Encourages discussion about feelings and mental health.

The Good Egg
Jory John, 2019
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and resilience.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
Award winning
I Am Stuck
Julia Mills, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creative thinking and engagement.
Illustrations enhance understanding and captivate young minds.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Empowers children to overcome obstacles with resilience.

I Am Stuck
Julia Mills, 2023
Award winning
The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires wonder through cosmic adventure and discovery.
Enhances understanding of friendship, bravery, and curiosity.
Stimulates interests in astronomy and space exploration.
Supports literacy skills with engaging storytelling techniques.
