Books like Calamity Jack
Award winning
The Adventures of Pippi Longstocking
Astrid Lindgren, 2004
290 pages
Why to read
Emboldens independence and confidence in young readers.
Celebrates creativity and unconventional thinking.
Challenges gender norms, empowering girls and boys alike.
Vibrant storytelling fosters a love for reading.
The Adventures of Pippi Longstocking
Astrid Lindgren, 2004
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with giant adventures.
Encourages empathy through unique character connections.
Enhances vocabulary with whimsical language.
Supports problem-solving skills, critical thinking.
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
Award winning
Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot
Dav Pilkey, 2022
1152 pages
Why to read
Action-packed adventures foster quick thinking and courage.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Themes of friendship emphasize social development.
Accessible language aids in reading confidence.
Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Encanto Deluxe Junior Novel
Disney, Walt Disney Company, Angela Cervantes, 2021
100 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enriches children's imagination and creativity.
Showcases importance of family and individual uniqueness.
Enhances linguistic skills and emotional understanding.
Encourages discussions on resilience and self-discovery.
Encanto Deluxe Junior Novel
Disney, Walt Disney Company, Angela Cervantes, 2021
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
WYATT BURP RIDES AGAIN (The Adventures of Jo Schmo, 2)
Greg Trine, 2012
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous adventure for young readers.
Encourages creative thinking and humor appreciation.
Builds vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Supports development of problem-solving abilities.
WYATT BURP RIDES AGAIN (The Adventures of Jo Schmo, 2)
Greg Trine, 2012
Award winning
Captain Underpants Series
Dav Pilkey, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity with humorous and inventive storytelling.
Encourages independent reading through engaging text and illustrations.
Enhances problem-solving skills with playful plots and challenges.
Supports emotional development through relatable character experiences.
Captain Underpants Series
Dav Pilkey, 2019
Hercules: By the Sword (Penguin Readers, Level 2)
John Escott, Timothy Boggs, 1999
37 pages
Why to read
Engaging retelling of the classic Hercules myths.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Encourages perseverance and bravery through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading with family.
