Books like Ember Spark and the Thunder of Dragons
Award winning
Last Block Standing! (Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles #6)
Nick Eliopulos, 2021
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure in the Minecraft universe.
Encourages strategic thinking and creativity.
Builds teamwork and friendship values.
Ideal for young gamers and readers.

Last Block Standing! (Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles #6)
Nick Eliopulos, 2021
Award winning
Luna Heartstrong & the Whimsical Wormhole
Lyra Brave, 2023
73 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in a fantastical, whimsical world.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Builds resilience and creativity through engaging storytelling.
Offers family bonding through shared reading moments.

Luna Heartstrong & the Whimsical Wormhole
Lyra Brave, 2023
Award winning
Sir Lance-a-Little: 4: Sir Lance-a-Little and the Terribly Ugly Troll
Rose Impey, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous tale inspires creativity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable characters.
Sharpens problem-solving skills with exciting challenges.
Boosts literacy with enjoyable, structured storytelling.

Sir Lance-a-Little: 4: Sir Lance-a-Little and the Terribly Ugly Troll
Rose Impey, 2017
Award winning
The Frog Prince Continued
Jon Scieszka, Catherine Lukas, Steve Johnson, Patrick Girard Lawlor, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Continues the classic tale with a creative twist.
Encourages resilience through engaging narrative.
Strengthens language skills with rhythmic text.
Supports emotional development and empathy.

The Frog Prince Continued
Jon Scieszka, Catherine Lukas, Steve Johnson, Patrick Girard Lawlor, 1991
Award winning
The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams
Shane Hegarty, Jeff Crowther, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Enhances problem-solving skills with engaging plot twists.
Builds empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading time.

The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams
Shane Hegarty, Jeff Crowther, 2022
Award winning
Once Upon a Hillside
Angela Mcallister, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Captivating storytelling enhances imagination and cognitive development.
Characters display resilience, teaching valuable life lessons.
Encourages exploration of nature and environmental awareness.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion through reading.

Once Upon a Hillside
Angela Mcallister, 2022
Award winning
The Adventures of Odd and Elsewhere
James Roose-Evans, Brian Robb, ROOSE-EVANS J, 1971
94 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Adventures of Odd and Elsewhere
James Roose-Evans, Brian Robb, ROOSE-EVANS J, 1971
Award winning
Brave: Magical Story
Walt Disney Company, Barbara Bazaldua, 2012
12 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and self-discovery in young readers.
Engages children with enchanting, magical adventures.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Encourages resilience and bravery against challenges.
