Books like Castaway Cats (Richard Jackson Books (Atheneum Hardcover))
Award winning
Deep in the Desert
Rhonda Lucas Donald, Sherry Neidigh, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Explore diverse desert habitats through engaging rhymes.
Enhances vocabulary with unique desert-related words.
Encourages ecological awareness and conservation values.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Deep in the Desert
Rhonda Lucas Donald, Sherry Neidigh, 2011
Award winning
The Big Bully
Brian 'smitty' Smith, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Highlights themes of empathy and friendship.
Teaches conflict resolution and understanding.
Encourages compassion through relatable storytelling.
Crafted for children’s emotional and social development.
The Big Bully
Brian 'smitty' Smith, 2023
Award winning
Journey to the Last River
John Doe, Teddy Keen, Unknown Adventurer, 2021
350 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story fosters curiosity and exploration.
Characters teach resilience and teamwork.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Encourages environmental awareness and responsibility.
Journey to the Last River
John Doe, Teddy Keen, Unknown Adventurer, 2021
Award winning
Dusty's Tale
Carol Ernst, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in a colorful, imaginative world.
Teaches resilience and the value of friendships.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Combines fun narrative with important life lessons.
Dusty's Tale
Carol Ernst, 2021
Award winning
Rockwell: A Boy and His Dog
Loren Spiotta-Dimare, Cliff Miller, 2005
28 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the bond between a boy and his dog.
Encourages empathy and understanding.
Enhances emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading time.
Rockwell: A Boy and His Dog
Loren Spiotta-Dimare, Cliff Miller, 2005
Rivers
Jackie Dwyer, 2001
24 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse ecosystems and the importance of rivers.
Interactive narrative enhances children's geographical knowledge.
Encourages environmental awareness and conservation values.
Supports curriculum learning with engaging storytelling.
Rivers
Jackie Dwyer, 2001
Award winning
Booger the Bigfoot
Beau Bryan, Alper Ozdil, 2022
30 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure enhances children's imaginative thinking.
Characters teach resilience and compassion.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through story.
Family-friendly content with educational appeal.
Booger the Bigfoot
Beau Bryan, Alper Ozdil, 2022
Award winning
The Not-So Secret Society: Tale of the Gummy (1)
Matthew Daley, Arlene Yiadom-Daley, Wook Jin Clark, Arlene Daley, 2017
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with a dose of humor.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Stimulates curiosity and scientific thinking.
Ideal for enhancing reading skills.
