Books like Don't Call Me Grumpycorn
Award winning
Grumpycorn
Sarah Mcintyre, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and imagination in young readers.
Themes of friendship and collaboration.
Bright, engaging illustrations enhance storytelling.
Addresses emotions and conflict resolution.
Grumpycorn
Sarah Mcintyre, 2019
Award winning
The Very Messy Mermaid
Tracey Corderoy, Kate Leake, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with an adventurous underwater journey.
Encourages cleanliness and responsibility in fun ways.
Supports emotional development and resilience lessons.
Engaging read-aloud choice for family bonding time.
The Very Messy Mermaid
Tracey Corderoy, Kate Leake, 2013
Award winning
Lunacorn
Rachel Decarlo, Jess Burbank, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks children's imagination and curiosity.
Lunacorn character teaches resilience and self-belief.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Supports language development with rich, engaging vocabulary.
Lunacorn
Rachel Decarlo, Jess Burbank, 2023
Award winning
How to Catch a Mermaid
Adam Wallace, Andy Elkerton, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations enhance imaginative storytelling.
Encourages creativity and perseverance in young readers.
Stimulates conversations on mythological creatures and folklore.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
How to Catch a Mermaid
Adam Wallace, Andy Elkerton, 2018
Award winning
The Mermaid
Jan Brett, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Enchanting underwater adventure sparks imagination.
Teaches values of friendship and empathy.
Rich illustrations enhance visual perception skills.
Engaging narrative supports language development.
The Mermaid
Jan Brett, 2017
Award winning
Mermaid Dreams
Mark Sperring, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through vibrant underwater scenes.
Teaches value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages children to follow their dreams.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
Mermaid Dreams
Mark Sperring, 2006
Award winning
PlayShapes: Seal
Nadia Shireen, 2017
12 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vibrant, playful illustrations.
Encourages creativity through interactive story elements.
Supports early developmental skills in shape recognition.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
PlayShapes: Seal
Nadia Shireen, 2017
Award winning
Probably a Narwhal
Shelley Moore Thomas, Jenn Harney, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with magical, whimsical storytelling.
Teaches importance of curiosity and discovery.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
