Drama books for kids
Moving On: The Story of Sam – Book 3
Sheila Hoeman, 2016
86 pages
Why to read
Supports emotional development through relatable life transitions.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Strengthens comprehension skills with engaging narrative.
Ideal for family reading, fostering discussions on change.

Moving On: The Story of Sam – Book 3
Sheila Hoeman, 2016
Award winning
The Secret Garden: A Musical Drama for Children
Frances Hodgson Burnett, Joyce Peterson, Franz Schubert, 1999
38 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through interactive narrative and music.
Develops empathy with engaging, relatable characters.
Strengthens reading and cognitive skills.
Fosters emotional and social growth.

The Secret Garden: A Musical Drama for Children
Frances Hodgson Burnett, Joyce Peterson, Franz Schubert, 1999
Award winning
Silence
Deborah Lytton, 2015
320 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of resilience and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and understanding of others.
Enhances communication skills through narrative.
Engaging emotional and motivational growth journey.

Silence
Deborah Lytton, 2015
Red is Home
Emma Bettridge, 2023
123 pages
Why to read
Vivid storytelling enhances cognitive and creative skills.
Emphasizes importance of emotions and self-expression.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.

Red is Home
Emma Bettridge, 2023
Trembling Hands
Kasandra El Sheikh, 2020
43 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional resilience through captivating narrative.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Stimulates discussions on overcoming challenges.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging young minds visually.

Trembling Hands
Kasandra El Sheikh, 2020
Hot and Cold
Helena Ramsay, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Explores temperature concepts through engaging storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about the natural world.
Enhances understanding of opposites.
Vibrant illustrations complement the educational content.

Hot and Cold
Helena Ramsay, 1998
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
Award winning
Illustrated Stories from Shakespeare
Usborne, Rosie Dickins, 2018
416 pages
Why to read
Simplified Shakespeare stories, easily understood by young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through classic tales.
Fosters appreciation for literature and theatrical elements.
Encourages parent-child bonding over timeless narratives.
