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Award winning
Emily Brown and the Elephant Emergency
Cressida Cowell, Neal Layton, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of adventure and quick-witted problem solving.
Fosters empathy and understanding through relatable characters.
Encourages imaginative play and creativity in young readers.
Supports development of resilience and determination.
Emily Brown and the Elephant Emergency
Cressida Cowell, Neal Layton, 2010
Award winning
Little Elliot, Big City
Mike Curato, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey of friendship and resilience.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual perception skills.
Addresses themes of empathy and courage.
Ideal for enhancing emotional and social development.
Little Elliot, Big City
Mike Curato, 2014
Award winning
Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover: Ready-to-Read Level 2 (Henry & Mudge)
Cynthia Rylant, SUÇIE STEVENSON, 2006
40 pages
Why to read
Enhances literacy skills with simple, engaging language.
Strengthens emotional bonds through shared reading experiences.
Fosters friendship and social development themes.
Encourages imagination with fun, adventurous storyline.
Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover: Ready-to-Read Level 2 (Henry & Mudge)
Cynthia Rylant, SUÇIE STEVENSON, 2006
Award winning
The Case of the Weird Blue Chicken: The Next Misadventure
Doreen Cronin, Kevin Cornell, 2014
128 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with mystery and humorous storytelling.
Boosts deductive reasoning and analytical skills.
Characters display teamwork and resourcefulness.
Ideal for encouraging a love of reading.
The Case of the Weird Blue Chicken: The Next Misadventure
Doreen Cronin, Kevin Cornell, 2014
Award winning
Antoinette
Kelly Dipucchio, Christian Robinson, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates bravery and determination in overcoming obstacles.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.
Inspires confidence and self-discovery in young readers.
Antoinette
Kelly Dipucchio, Christian Robinson, 2017
Award winning
The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot
Margaret Mcnamara, Mark Fearing, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Blends classic fairy tale structure with space adventure.
Encourages resilience and strategic thinking in young readers.
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot
Margaret Mcnamara, Mark Fearing, 2011
Mystery in the Sand
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Gertrude Warner, David Cunningham, 1971
128 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with a captivating mystery plot.
Characters display teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for encouraging curiosity and inquisitive thinking.
Mystery in the Sand
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Gertrude Warner, David Cunningham, 1971
Franklin in the Stars (Franklin and Friends)
Harry Endrulat, 2013
24 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about space and astronomy.
Enhances vocabulary with engaging storytelling.
Encourages exploration and scientific thinking.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
