Books like Alison Hubble
Award winning
The Children at Play
Allan Ahlberg, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with fun, interactive play-themed stories.
Encourages creativity and imagination in young minds.
Supports developmental milestones through playful narratives.
Fosters bonding during family reading time.

The Children at Play
Allan Ahlberg, 2007
Award winning
Funnybones
Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1980
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous narrative enhances children’s reading interest.
Friendly skeleton characters foster emotional connections.
Simple language supports early literacy development.
Encourages creativity through playful, spooky adventures.

Funnybones
Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1980
Award winning
The Jolly Christmas Postman
Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Interactive story enhances engagement and literacy skills.
Festive theme fosters holiday spirit and joy.
Incorporates familiar fairy tale characters for relatability.
Encourages post-reading discussions and creativity.

The Jolly Christmas Postman
Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1991
Award winning
My Worst Book Ever
Allan Ahlberg, 2018
64 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor, creativity, and unexpected twists.
Highlights the ups and downs of a writer’s journey.
Encourages resilience and perseverance through challenges.
Illustrations complement the story, enhancing engagement.

My Worst Book Ever
Allan Ahlberg, 2018
Award winning
Son of a Gun
Allan Ahlberg, Allan Alhberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1989
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, action-packed storyline captures young readers' imagination.
Promotes values of bravery and problem-solving.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Encourages parent-child discussions about courage and ethics.

Son of a Gun
Allan Ahlberg, Allan Alhberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1989
Award winning
Master Bun the Bakers' Boy (Happy Families)
Allan Ahlberg, 1988
24 pages
Why to read
Showcases value of hard work through Master Bun’s journey.
Fosters imagination with whimsical bakery-related adventures.
Enhances reading skills in young learners.
Strengthens family bonds with shared reading time.

Master Bun the Bakers' Boy (Happy Families)
Allan Ahlberg, 1988
Award winning
The Man Who Wore All His Clothes
Allan Ahlberg, 2001
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery captivates young readers' attention.
Illustrations enhance storytelling, sparking visual interest.
Encourages deductive reasoning and curiosity.
Humorous narrative fosters a love for reading.

The Man Who Wore All His Clothes
Allan Ahlberg, 2001
The Boyhood of Burglar Bill
Allan Ahlberg, 2008
192 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of adventures and moral choices.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
