Books like Detective LaRue: Letters from the Investigation
Award winning
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2018
205 pages
Why to read
Combats childhood fears with humor and bravery.
Encourages resilience and self-confidence in young readers.
Stimulates imagination through engaging adventures.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2018
Award winning
Richard Nixon
Paul Joseph, 1998
24 pages
Why to read
Insightful look into Richard Nixon's political career.
Encourages critical thinking about historical events.
Accessible narrative for young readers.
Supports discussions on values and decision-making.
Richard Nixon
Paul Joseph, 1998
Award winning
Mariella Mystery Investigates A Cupcake Conundrum
Kate Pankhurst, 2013
174 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with mystery-solving adventures.
Stimulates critical thinking through clever narrative.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and perseverance.
Encourages curiosity and investigative skills.
Mariella Mystery Investigates A Cupcake Conundrum
Kate Pankhurst, 2013
Award winning
Smart About Chocolate: A Sweet History (Smart About History)
Sandra Markle, Charise Mericle Harper, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Explores chocolate history in an engaging, child-friendly manner.
Illustrations enhance learning and captivate young readers.
Encourages historical curiosity and knowledge retention.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching family discussions.
Smart About Chocolate: A Sweet History (Smart About History)
Sandra Markle, Charise Mericle Harper, 2004
Award winning
The World's Laziest Duck: And Other Amazing Records
John Yeoman, Quentin Blake, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights unique records, sparking curiosity and learning.
Engaging storytelling nurtures imagination and cognitive development.
Encourages exploration of diversity and achievements.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The World's Laziest Duck: And Other Amazing Records
John Yeoman, Quentin Blake, 2017
The Middle Ages: Come and Discover My World
Cooper Squar Editors, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Immersive exploration of medieval history.
Engaging visuals spark creativity and curiosity.
Fosters historical knowledge and cultural understanding.
Interactive narrative enhances learning retention.
The Middle Ages: Come and Discover My World
Cooper Squar Editors, 1997
Award winning
The Cheese Experiment (Geronimo Stilton #63)
Geronimo Stilton, 2013
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances vocabulary with fun, contextually rich language.
Encourages scientific curiosity through cheese-making experiments.
The Cheese Experiment (Geronimo Stilton #63)
Geronimo Stilton, 2013
Award winning
Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute
Jarrett J. Krosoczka, 2009
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-theme with unexpected twists.
Encourages resilience and resourcefulness in young readers.
Humorous tone, appealing to a wide age range.
Strengthens reading skills through dynamic storytelling.
