Books like Classic Starts: The Secret Garden
Award winning
A Little Princess: With Illustrated
Frances Hodgson Burnett, 2018
368 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Showcases themes of friendship, compassion, and perseverance.
Enhances empathy and social understanding in young readers.
Visually engaging illustrations complement the captivating narrative.

A Little Princess: With Illustrated
Frances Hodgson Burnett, 2018
Award winning
The Secret Garden: A Musical Drama for Children
Frances Hodgson Burnett, Joyce Peterson, Franz Schubert, 1999
38 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through interactive narrative and music.
Develops empathy with engaging, relatable characters.
Strengthens reading and cognitive skills.
Fosters emotional and social growth.

The Secret Garden: A Musical Drama for Children
Frances Hodgson Burnett, Joyce Peterson, Franz Schubert, 1999
Classic Starts: A Little Princess
Frances Hodgson Burnett, Tania Zamorsky, 2010
160 pages
Why to read
Timeless tale teaches resilience and kindness.
Encourages empathy and emotional development.
Fosters imagination through vivid storytelling.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Classic Starts: A Little Princess
Frances Hodgson Burnett, Tania Zamorsky, 2010
Award winning
The Secret Garden: A Graphic Novel
Mariah Marsden, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Themes of friendship, growth, and resilience.
Encourages exploration and appreciation of nature.
Accessible adaptation of a classic tale.

The Secret Garden: A Graphic Novel
Mariah Marsden, 2021
The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
Beatrix Potter, 2022
308 pages
Why to read
Classic tales foster imagination and moral lessons.
Engages children with captivating, mischievous characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
Beatrix Potter, 2022
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.

Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
The Tale of Heidi
Johanna Spyri, 2020
262 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of young, spirited girl in Swiss Alps.
Encourages resilience and empathy through relatable character development.
Explores themes of friendship and personal growth.
Engages young minds in picturesque, impactful storytelling.

The Tale of Heidi
Johanna Spyri, 2020
Award winning
Mrs Noah's Garden
James Mayhew, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, imaginative illustrations stimulate visual learning.
Promotes environmental awareness and creativity.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading time.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
