Little gems Series
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Award winning
Young Precious: The Collected Adventures
Alexander Mccall Smith, 2021
384 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventures fuel children's imagination and curiosity.
Engaging storytelling enhances language and cognitive development.
Characters model positive problem-solving and resilience.
Supports empathy and social skills through relatable scenarios.

Young Precious: The Collected Adventures
Alexander Mccall Smith, 2021
The Great Big Book of Life
Mary Hoffman, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Explores life stages with warmth and clarity.
Encourages understanding of diverse family structures.
Stimulates conversations about growth and change.
Supportive tool for emotional development.

The Great Big Book of Life
Mary Hoffman, 2019
Award winning
The Big Duck (Reading Corner Phonics)
Anne Adeney, 2010
24 pages
Why to read
Engages early readers with simple, repetitive phonics patterns.
Colorful illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Supports language development and reading confidence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bond.

The Big Duck (Reading Corner Phonics)
Anne Adeney, 2010
The Pied Piper of Hamelin
Anne Adeney, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating retelling of classic legend.
Encourages ethical decision making, responsibility.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations enhance storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin
Anne Adeney, 2007
Little Big Sister
Eoin Colfer, 2025
64 pages
Why to read
Highlights sibling relationships and family bonds.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports developmental milestones in social and emotional growth.
Engaging narrative that captivates and educates.

Little Big Sister
Eoin Colfer, 2025
Award winning
Helping Hercules
Francesca Simon, Ros Asquith, 1999
128 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with mythological adventures.
Enhances knowledge of Greek mythology through interactive stories.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages curiosity and love for ancient history.

Helping Hercules
Francesca Simon, Ros Asquith, 1999
Award winning
The Ghastly McNastys: Raiders of the Lost Shark
Lyn Gardner, Ros Asquith, 2014
148 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, keeps young readers engaged.
Fosters creativity and curiosity through story.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Encourages family bonding during reading time.

The Ghastly McNastys: Raiders of the Lost Shark
Lyn Gardner, Ros Asquith, 2014
Award winning
The Legend of Spud Murphy
Eoin Colfer, 2004
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Relatable sibling dynamics resonate with young readers.
Promotes values of cooperation and understanding among peers.
Humorous, lively narrative encourages frequent reading.
