Books like Duck
Award winning
Mortimer Keene: Attack of the Slime
Tim Healey, Chris Mould, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates children’s creative thought.
Encourages interest in science and inventive thinking.
Lively, humorous prose resonates with young readers.
Strengthens literary skills through engaging narrative.

Mortimer Keene: Attack of the Slime
Tim Healey, Chris Mould, 2013
Award winning
Hush, Little Rocket
Mo O'hara, Alexandra Cook, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Captivates with thrilling space adventure and exploration.
Introduces STEM concepts in a child-friendly manner.
Strengthens language skills through rhythmic, repetitive phrasing.
Encourages curiosity and discovery in young readers.

Hush, Little Rocket
Mo O'hara, Alexandra Cook, 2023
Award winning
Whale Fall Café
Jacquie Sewell, Dan Tavis, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explore deep-sea ecosystems in an engaging narrative format.
Inspires curiosity about marine biology and environmental conservation.
Supports comprehension of complex natural processes for young readers.
Encourages empathy towards marine creatures and their habitats.

Whale Fall Café
Jacquie Sewell, Dan Tavis, 2021
Award winning
Lonely Planet Kids How to be a Space Explorer 1: Your Out-of-this-World Adventure
Mark Brake, Lonely Planet Kids, 2014
160 pages
Why to read
Exciting, educational journey through the universe.
Encourages curiosity and interest in science.
Interactive format engages young explorers.
Fosters imagination and creativity in learning.

Lonely Planet Kids How to be a Space Explorer 1: Your Out-of-this-World Adventure
Mark Brake, Lonely Planet Kids, 2014
Award winning
Yours 'Til Niagara Falls, Abby
Brenda Z. Guiberson, William Low, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Captivates with adventure and friendship themes.
Enhances understanding of interpersonal relationships.
Encourages resilience and personal growth.
Ideal for improving reading and comprehension skills.

Yours 'Til Niagara Falls, Abby
Brenda Z. Guiberson, William Low, 2022
Award winning
Spy Cat: Safari
Andrew Cope, 2015
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Features teamwork, fostering social skills development.
Enhances understanding of wildlife and nature conservation.
Engaging content that supports literacy growth.

Spy Cat: Safari
Andrew Cope, 2015
Award winning
He Knows You
Jill Lash, Shari Darley Griffiths, Heidi Darley, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters exemplify resilience and empathy.
Supports emotional and cognitive development.
Encourages interactive parent-child reading sessions.

He Knows You
Jill Lash, Shari Darley Griffiths, Heidi Darley, 2010
Award winning
Clara Clutter
Heidi Lulloff, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters model resilience and adaptability for young readers.
Highlights the importance of organization and cleanliness.
Supports cognitive development through story-driven problem-solving.
