Books like Andrew North Blows Up the World
Award winning
The Magical Ms. Plum
Bonny Becker, Amy Portnoy, 2009
112 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with whimsical, magical storytelling.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Stimulates problem-solving and creativity in young minds.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Magical Ms. Plum
Bonny Becker, Amy Portnoy, 2009
Award winning
The Pet Potato
Josh Lacey, Momoko Abe, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and creative storytelling.
Teaches responsibility and care through pet ownership.
Encourages empathy and understanding between characters.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
The Pet Potato
Josh Lacey, Momoko Abe, 2021
Award winning
The Scariest Kitten in the World
Kate Messner, Mackenzie Haley, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale, encourages courage and curiosity.
Highlights importance of friendship and understanding.
Engages young readers with vivid illustrations.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
The Scariest Kitten in the World
Kate Messner, Mackenzie Haley, 2023
Whizzz! Big Orange Plane!: (Whizzz! Illustrated edition)
John Townsend, Celeste Aires, 2021
10 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in the skies excites young minds.
Vivid illustrations foster imagination and visual learning.
Introduces basic aerodynamics and physics concepts.
Encourages curiosity and knowledge about transportation.
Whizzz! Big Orange Plane!: (Whizzz! Illustrated edition)
John Townsend, Celeste Aires, 2021
Award winning
Fright in the Night (The Ghastly McNastys)
Lyn Gardner, Ros Asquith, Daniel Philpott, 2014
192 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled plot, perfect for thrill-seeking young readers.
Engages children with humorous and quirky characters.
Encourages bravery and overcoming fears through story.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading time.
Fright in the Night (The Ghastly McNastys)
Lyn Gardner, Ros Asquith, Daniel Philpott, 2014
Award winning
The Aliens are Coming (Dutton Easy Reader)
Lisa Thiesing, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through an engaging alien encounter story.
Encourages empathy with diverse, relatable character profiles.
Supports critical thinking via problem-solving narratives.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Aliens are Coming (Dutton Easy Reader)
Lisa Thiesing, 2004
The Spark Files (Bk. 6)
Terry Deary, 1999
96 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with science through exciting adventures.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.
Ideal for family reading, enhancing bonds and discussion.
The Spark Files (Bk. 6)
Terry Deary, 1999
The Naughty Mice
Andy Langley, Andrew Langley, John Collins, 1992
10 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of teamwork and problem-solving.
Characters demonstrate consequences of actions.
Engages kids with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
