Books like Dahlia
Award winning
Adèle & Simon in China
Barbara McClintock, 2016
34 pages
Why to read
Vivid depiction of early 20th-century China.
Engaging sibling adventure promotes cultural awareness.
Detailed illustrations enhance visual recognition skills.
Encourages historical knowledge and geographical exploration.
Adèle & Simon in China
Barbara McClintock, 2016
Award winning
The Five Forms
Barbara McClintock, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination through enchanting, mystical animal transformations.
Fosters creativity and curiosity with each magical scenario.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character challenges.
Supports emotional and social growth in young readers.
The Five Forms
Barbara McClintock, 2017
Award winning
Mary and the Mouse, The Mouse and Mary
Beverly Donofrio, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Unique perspective on friendship across different species.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse relationships.
Stimulates imagination with charming illustrations.
Supports language development and narrative skills.
Mary and the Mouse, The Mouse and Mary
Beverly Donofrio, 2007
Award winning
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
44 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and adventure through imaginative storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and empathy.
Strengthens parent-child bonding during shared reading.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
Award winning
The Queen in the Cave
Júlia Sardà, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Enthralling tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery and self-discovery in young readers.
Beautiful, vivid illustrations enhance story engagement.
Supports emotional and cognitive development.
The Queen in the Cave
Júlia Sardà, 2021
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Einstein the Penguin
Iona Rangeley, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters curiosity and imagination.
Characters teach resilience and friendship values.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
