Books like Dog Day Afternoon: Salem's Tails 5: Sabrina, The Teenage Witch
Award winning
Barb the Brave
Dan Abdo, Dan & Jason, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through bravery and resilience themes.
Engaging illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Supports development of emotional and social skills.
Encourages independence and self-confidence in young readers.

Barb the Brave
Dan Abdo, Dan & Jason, 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
Snow Day in May (1) (The Wish Library)
Christine Evans, 2022
101 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic of unexpected wishes coming true.
Enhances creativity and the power of imagination.
Encourages resilience and adapting to surprising situations.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Snow Day in May (1) (The Wish Library)
Christine Evans, 2022
Award winning
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages empathy through diverse sea creature characters.
Instills values of teamwork and cooperation.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
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.

The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
Award winning
Star
Holly Webb, Shire-Poppy-Donnelly-Strawberrie, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with captivating, celestial narratives.
Characters exhibit resilience, encouraging emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary with unique, star-themed language.
Supports development of empathy through character interactions.

Star
Holly Webb, Shire-Poppy-Donnelly-Strawberrie, 2019
Award winning
The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and kindness in children.
Boosts creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness.
Engaging narrative encourages interactive reading.

The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
Award winning
Kid Christmas: Of The Claus Brothers Toy Shop
David Litchfield, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations ignite imagination and creativity.
Introduces teamwork and the joys of collaboration.
Enhances holiday spirit with a heartwarming narrative.
Fosters literacy skills through engaging storytelling.
