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Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
The Ralph Mouse Collection (The Mouse and the Motorcycle / Runaway Ralph / Ralph S. Mouse)
Beverly Cleary, 2023
624 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventures foster imagination and creativity.
Features relatable, resourceful characters promoting resilience.
Encourages problem-solving and independence in children.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

The Ralph Mouse Collection (The Mouse and the Motorcycle / Runaway Ralph / Ralph S. Mouse)
Beverly Cleary, 2023
Award winning
Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating narrative. - Encourages courage and teamwork in youngsters. - Develops reading fluency and comprehension. - Suitable for beginning independent readers.

Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
Award winning
Walnut Grove Woods
Saadia Khan, 2023
79 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship through charming woodland adventures.
Enhances empathy and social skills.
Engaging narrative encourages curiosity and exploration.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

Walnut Grove Woods
Saadia Khan, 2023
Award winning
The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Combines adventure with gender role exploration.
Supports confidence through courageous characters.
Encourages diversity and inclusivity.
Strengthens reading skills in a fun way.

The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2023
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.

The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Award winning
Rosie the Twilight Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2022
144 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with charming, mythical adventures.
Encourages empathy through diverse, compelling characters.
Supports cognitive development with creative problem-solving.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading time.

Rosie the Twilight Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2022
Award winning
Juniper Spark and the Unraveling
Courtney Woodruff, 2023
189 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with intriguing, magical adventures.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Encourages curiosity and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
