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The Runaway Pea
Kjartan Poskitt, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Whimsical adventure encourages imagination and curiosity.
Playful illustrations engage young readers visually.
Teaches resilience and determination through storytelling.
Fun read-aloud for parents and children together.

The Runaway Pea
Kjartan Poskitt, 2021
Award winning
Agatha Parrot and the Zombie Bird
Kjartan Poskitt, 2012
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure captivates and stimulates young readers.
Encourages creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Addresses teamwork and friendship themes.

Agatha Parrot and the Zombie Bird
Kjartan Poskitt, 2012
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Borgon the Axeboy and the Dangerous Breakfast (Borgon the Axeboy 1)
Kjartan Poskitt, 2014
128 pages
Why to read
Action-packed, humorous story stimulates early reading enthusiasm.
Introduces problem-solving in adventurous, relatable scenarios.
Enhances critical thinking through fantasy play.
Promotes creativity and imagination in young readers.

Borgon the Axeboy and the Dangerous Breakfast (Borgon the Axeboy 1)
Kjartan Poskitt, 2014
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224
Why to read
Engages with humor, perfect for young readers.
Encourages creativity and original storytelling.
Nurtures emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports literacy with accessible writing style.

Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.

Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
106 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with engaging, mysterious storyline.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages family reading and discussion.

The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.
