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The Cat Who Couldn't Be Bothered
Jack Kurland, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Humorous tale encourages laughter and joy.
Teaches values of perseverance and curiosity.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Cat Who Couldn't Be Bothered
Jack Kurland, 2024
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
Award winning
Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom
Louis Sachar, 2020
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging, quirky adventures spark imagination.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and social skills.
Ideal for fun, educational family reading.
Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom
Louis Sachar, 2020
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
InvestiGators: Ants in Our P.A.N.T.S.: A Laugh-Out-Loud Comic Book Adventure!
John Green, 2021
208 pages
Why to read
Laugh-out-loud adventure encourages joyful family reading time. - Engaging characters foster emotional connection and empathy. - Sharpens problem-solving skills through humorous challenges. - Combines entertainment with educational value effectively.
InvestiGators: Ants in Our P.A.N.T.S.: A Laugh-Out-Loud Comic Book Adventure!
John Green, 2021
Baloney and Friends: Dream Big!
Greg Pizzoli, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and big dreams in young readers.
Engaging illustrations enhance the narrative experience.
Encourages perseverance and friendship through challenges.
Perfect for shared reading, fostering family bonds.
Baloney and Friends: Dream Big!
Greg Pizzoli, 2023
Award winning
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.
