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Award winning
When Moon Became the Moon
Rob Hodgson, 2023
65 pages
Why to read
Captures children’s imagination with a unique celestial story.
Encourages curiosity about space and astronomical phenomena.
Supports understanding of friendship and empathy.
Beautiful, vibrant illustrations enhance narrative engagement.

When Moon Became the Moon
Rob Hodgson, 2023
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
How to Get to Mars for Kids!
Eric Z, 2023
84 pages
Why to read
Exciting space adventure captivates and educates young minds.
Introduces basic concepts of astronomy and space travel.
Encourages curiosity and learning about science and technology.
Colorful illustrations engage and maintain children's interest.

How to Get to Mars for Kids!
Eric Z, 2023
The Time Machine Next Door: Rebellions and Super Boots
Iszi Lawrence, 2024
123 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey with time travel and clever gadgets.
Empowers resilience and teamwork among diverse characters.
Stimulates curiosity about history and technology.
Ideal for engaging young readers in lively discussions.

The Time Machine Next Door: Rebellions and Super Boots
Iszi Lawrence, 2024
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.

Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
106 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with engaging, mysterious storyline.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages family reading and discussion.

The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.
