Books like Can You Make a Window Out of Stone?: (Material Choices)
Ladybird Class Let's Make Art: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader
Ladybird, Ladybird Books, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Boosts creativity through art-focused storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with controlled language structures.
Encourages independent reading and comprehension development.
Inspires children to explore artistic expression.
Ladybird Class Let's Make Art: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader
Ladybird, Ladybird Books, 2024
21 Things to Do With a Mud Pie: An Outdoor Activity Book
Jane Wilsher, Jamie Kim, Teo Georgiev, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes creative outdoor play and exploration.
Encourages hands-on learning and environmental awareness.
Strengthens problem-solving and fine motor skills.
Ideal for shared family reading and activity time.
21 Things to Do With a Mud Pie: An Outdoor Activity Book
Jane Wilsher, Jamie Kim, Teo Georgiev, 2024
Read with Oxford: Stage 1: Non-fiction: Animals and Us
Alison Hawes, Alex Brychta, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Showcases engaging facts about animals and human interactions.
Boosts literacy with simple language and clear visuals.
Encourages curiosity and learning about zoology.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
Read with Oxford: Stage 1: Non-fiction: Animals and Us
Alison Hawes, Alex Brychta, 2020
Meet the Mini-Mammals: A Night at the Natural History Museum
Melissa Stewart, Emma O’Neill, Brian Lies, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure in a magical museum setting.
Introduces children to diverse mini-mammal species.
Enhances knowledge of natural history and science.
Encourages curiosity and lifelong learning in young readers.
Meet the Mini-Mammals: A Night at the Natural History Museum
Melissa Stewart, Emma O’Neill, Brian Lies, 2025
The Cryptid Club #3: The Chupacabra Hoopla: (Cryptid Club)
Michael Brumm, Jeff Mack, 2023
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery engages young readers' curiosity.
Features teamwork, fostering social skills development.
Introduces cryptid folklore, expanding cultural knowledge.
Vibrant illustrations enhance reading comprehension.
The Cryptid Club #3: The Chupacabra Hoopla: (Cryptid Club)
Michael Brumm, Jeff Mack, 2023
Jack Versus Veto: Match Five
Jim Eldridge, 2015
240 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in strategic thinking and decision-making.
Fosters resilience through character challenges and triumphs.
Enhances understanding of fairness and consequence.
Interactive narrative encourages creative problem-solving.
Jack Versus Veto: Match Five
Jim Eldridge, 2015
The Story Thief
Andrew Fusek Peters, 2020
64 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through engaging and captivating narrative.
Encourages empathy and emotional development via relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving skills with clever plot twists.
Supports literacy growth, making learning enjoyable.
The Story Thief
Andrew Fusek Peters, 2020
Bug Club Phonics - Phase 2 Unit 4: Get Set, Go!
Fiona Undrill, 2021
8 pages
Why to read
Enhances phonics skills through engaging stories.
Designed for early readers' cognitive development.
Builds literacy and pronunciation confidence.
Encourages interactive and joyful learning.
