Books like Emily
Award winning
The Secret Garden: A Graphic Novel
Mariah Marsden, Hanna Luechtefeld, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Themes of friendship, growth, and resilience.
Encourages exploration and appreciation of nature.
Accessible adaptation of a classic tale.
The Secret Garden: A Graphic Novel
Mariah Marsden, Hanna Luechtefeld, 2021
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 11: Glow-worms: Class Pack (36 Books, 6 of Each Title)
John Foster, 2005
16 pages
Why to read
Boosts reading fluency with diverse, engaging stories.
Enhances comprehension through consistent, structured progression.
Cultivates empathy, understanding diverse characters and situations.
Supports literacy skills with 36 varied books.
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 11: Glow-worms: Class Pack (36 Books, 6 of Each Title)
John Foster, 2005
Green Poems
Jill Bennett, 1999
64 pages
Why to read
Nurtures environmental awareness through enchanting poetry.
Stimulates vocabulary growth with rich, vivid language.
Encourages appreciation for nature and its preservation.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Green Poems
Jill Bennett, 1999
Award winning
Jamela's Dress
Niki Daly, 1999
36 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly illustrated, celebrates cultural diversity.
Encourages creativity and self-expression in children.
Highlights consequences of actions, promotes responsibility.
Enhances understanding of different family dynamics.
Jamela's Dress
Niki Daly, 1999
Award winning
Classics
More Perfect than the Moon (Sarah, Plain and Tall, 4)
Patricia Maclachlan, 2004
96 pages
Why to read
Explores family dynamics and emotional growth.
Encourages creative expression through journal writing.
Strengthens understanding of historical settings.
Supports development of empathy and resilience.
More Perfect than the Moon (Sarah, Plain and Tall, 4)
Patricia Maclachlan, 2004
Award winning
A Couple of Boys Have the Best Week Ever
Marla Frazee, Fred Berman, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship and adventure.
Encourages curiosity and exploration.
Highlights importance of nature and outdoors.
Light-hearted, engaging illustrations.
A Couple of Boys Have the Best Week Ever
Marla Frazee, Fred Berman, 2008
Award winning
On A Magical Do-Nothing Day
Beatrice Alemagna, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates exploration and the beauty of nature.
Encourages creativity and independence in children.
Enhances appreciation for the simple joys of life.
Perfect for bonding over shared reading sessions.
On A Magical Do-Nothing Day
Beatrice Alemagna, 2016
Award winning
Crazy Hair
Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations capture children's imagination effortlessly.
Encourages creativity through whimsical, engaging narrative.
Enhances vocabulary with playful, rhythmic language.
Fun bonding activity for parents and children.
