Books like Bud Barkin, Private Eye (Tales From the House of Bunnicula)
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
Award winning
School's Cancelled (Anisha the Accidental Detective #2)
Serena Patel, 2020
249 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery captures children's curiosity and imagination.
Features diverse characters, promoting inclusivity and empathy.
Encourages deductive reasoning and teamwork among young readers.
Fun, lively dialogue keeps children entertained and engaged.
School's Cancelled (Anisha the Accidental Detective #2)
Serena Patel, 2020
Award winning
My Weirdtastic School #3: Professor Pitt Is a Nitwit!
Dan Gutman, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous storyline fosters creativity.
Relatable school setting enhances connection for young readers.
Encourages critical thinking through quirky challenges.
Supports vocabulary expansion in a fun context.
My Weirdtastic School #3: Professor Pitt Is a Nitwit!
Dan Gutman, 2023
Award winning
Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 29: Pet Show Pandemonium
Zack Zombie, 2023
116 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline encourages creative thinking.
Characters teach valuable life lessons subtly.
Enhances problem-solving skills through plot challenges.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 29: Pet Show Pandemonium
Zack Zombie, 2023
Looshkin: Honk If You See It!
Jamie Smart, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations capture children's attention.
Encourages creativity and humor in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Looshkin: Honk If You See It!
Jamie Smart, 2024
Award winning
Starla Jean Cracks the Case
Elana K. Arnold, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Mystery adventure fuels imagination and curiosity.
Starla Jean: relatable, spirited young detective.
Stimulates problem-solving and deductive reasoning.
Engaging, fun narrative promotes literacy skills.
Starla Jean Cracks the Case
Elana K. Arnold, 2023
Award winning
The 143-Story Treehouse
Andy Griffiths, 2021
304 pages
Why to read
Expands creativity with whimsical, adventurous storytelling.
Fosters resilience and resourcefulness through engaging challenges.
Strengthens reading skills with layered, dynamic narratives.
Encourages bonding over shared laughter and discovery.
The 143-Story Treehouse
Andy Griffiths, 2021
Award winning
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creative thinking and imagination.
Humorous narrative, ideal for enjoyable family reading time.
Teaches important lessons about responsibility and decision-making.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold children’s attention.
