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Astro Boy: Invisible Robot (Festival Reader)
Acton Figueroa, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure in technology and robotics.
Encourages curiosity and scientific thinking.
Develops empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Astro Boy: Invisible Robot (Festival Reader)
Acton Figueroa, 2004
Award winning
Everyday Hero (Spiderman 2)
Acton Figueroa, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero adventures spark imagination and creativity.
Teaches values of responsibility and bravery through storytelling.
Enhances reading skills and emotional understanding.
Perfect for shared reading with family.

Everyday Hero (Spiderman 2)
Acton Figueroa, 2004
Build-A-Bear Workshop: Friendship Book
Acton Figueroa, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages creativity through interactive storytelling.
Fosters emotional and social development.
Ideal for early readers, engaging and fun.

Build-A-Bear Workshop: Friendship Book
Acton Figueroa, 2004
Thunderbirds: Trouble on Tracy Island
Acton Figueroa, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging, action-packed adventure.
Encourages teamwork and resourcefulness.
Captures young imaginations with thrilling scenarios.
Supports development of reading skills.

Thunderbirds: Trouble on Tracy Island
Acton Figueroa, 2004
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.

The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
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 Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Classic tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
Rich, vivid descriptions enhance visual thinking.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
Award winning
The Bad Guys in They're Bee-Hind You!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot with humor and adventure.
Fosters empathy and teamwork among young readers.
Enhances reading skills through lively storytelling.
Addresses courage and morality in exciting ways.
