The animals of Farthing Wood Series
This series is best read in order
Explore The animals of Farthing Wood: Discover similar reads
Award winning
Winterling
Sarah Prineas, 2012
248 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with magical, adventurous storyline.
Encourages resilience through protagonist’s challenging journey.
Teaches values of courage and friendship.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.

Winterling
Sarah Prineas, 2012
Award winning
Whistling Thorn KS1
Angela Buckle, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse ecosystems and wildlife interactions.
Cultivates environmental awareness and respect.
Supports comprehension through vivid descriptions.
Encourages curiosity about natural sciences.

Whistling Thorn KS1
Angela Buckle, 1998
Award winning
Rudy and the Wolf Cub
Paul Westmoreland, George Ermos, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through animal character interactions.
Supports understanding of friendship and loyalty themes.
Stimulates imagination with adventurous storyline.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.

Rudy and the Wolf Cub
Paul Westmoreland, George Ermos, 2022
Hippo Who Was Happy
Rachel Elliott, John Bendall-Brunello, 2012
22 pages
Why to read
Engaging story promotes emotional development.
Hippo's journey teaches resilience and joy.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and inspire young readers.
Ideal for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.

Hippo Who Was Happy
Rachel Elliott, John Bendall-Brunello, 2012
Award winning
Duck, Duck, Goose
Tad Hills, 2007
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, playful storyline promotes social interaction.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Teaches turn-taking and sportsmanship.
Ideal for preschool developmental stage.

Duck, Duck, Goose
Tad Hills, 2007
Award winning
Get Busy Beaver
Carolyn Crimi, Janie Bynum, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters problem-solving skills.
Relatable characters enhance emotional development.
Illustrations stimulate visual learning.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Get Busy Beaver
Carolyn Crimi, Janie Bynum, 2004
Award winning
The Feelings Animals: Children's Book About Emotions & Feelings
Emily Hartmann, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Explores complex emotions through engaging animal characters.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Supports language development and emotional vocabulary building.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching parent-child interaction.

The Feelings Animals: Children's Book About Emotions & Feelings
Emily Hartmann, 2023
Award winning
Buddy and Bea
Len Saunders, Alyssa Josue, 2016
30 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of friendship and empathy.
Enhances emotional understanding and social skills.
Supports developmental milestones in early childhood.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.
