Books like A Hero Wears Pilot Wings
Award winning
My Sailing Dream
Will Johnson, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative boosts imagination and creativity.
Introduces marine life and sailing terminology to young readers.
Encourages perseverance and goal-setting through storytelling.
Engages children, ideal for family read-aloud sessions.

My Sailing Dream
Will Johnson, 2023
Award winning
A Hero Like Me
Angela Joy, Jen Reid, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Showcases diverse heroes, broadening children's worldviews.
Encourages self-confidence and bravery in young readers.
Supports development of empathy through character interactions.
Engaging narrative that holds children's attention.

A Hero Like Me
Angela Joy, Jen Reid, 2023
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
Legend of the Star Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #25)
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Exciting dragon adventure sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters model teamwork, courage, and problem-solving.
Enhances reading skills with approachable text structure.
Supports cognitive and emotional development.

Legend of the Star Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #25)
Tracey West, 2023
Award winning
Unflappable
Matthew Ward, Scott Magoon, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Boosts emotional resilience through engaging storytelling.
Encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Illustrations that captivate and spark imagination.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Unflappable
Matthew Ward, Scott Magoon, 2023
They Call Me No Sam!
Drew Daywalt, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and lively text.
Empowers children through themes of individuality and resilience.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

They Call Me No Sam!
Drew Daywalt, 2024
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
In Time
Marina Ruiz, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters imagination through adventure and time travel.
Encourages empathy through relatable and diverse characters.
Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Supports vocabulary growth and understanding.
