Books like Follow the Swallow
Read with Oxford: Stage 2: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: Singing Dad and Other Stories
Julia Donaldson, Deborah Allwright, 2018
128 pages
Why to read
Develops early reading skills
Engages with fun and relatable stories
Enhances phonetic recognition through rhymes and repetition
Supports emotional and social development

Read with Oxford: Stage 2: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: Singing Dad and Other Stories
Julia Donaldson, Deborah Allwright, 2018
Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes: The Gruffalo Cookbook
Julia Donaldson, 2016
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires culinary creativity in children.
Connects cooking with beloved Gruffalo characters.
Enhances reading through interactive recipe engagement.
Fosters family bonding over food and stories.

Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes: The Gruffalo Cookbook
Julia Donaldson, 2016
Poems to Perform: A Classic Collection Chosen by the Children's Laureate (Illustrated Edition)
Julia Donaldson, Clare MELINSKY Julia DONALDSON, 2013
160 pages
Why to read
Curated by acclaimed Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson.
Enhances expressive reading and performance skills.
Nurtures love for poetry with engaging illustrations.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Poems to Perform: A Classic Collection Chosen by the Children's Laureate (Illustrated Edition)
Julia Donaldson, Clare MELINSKY Julia DONALDSON, 2013
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.

Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Features lovable, relatable characters fostering empathy and connection.
Stimulates problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.

Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
The Horse Whisperer's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Horse Communication
Bright Publishers, 2024
45 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of animal behavior and communication.
Engaging hands-on activities to strengthen learning.
Fosters empathy and responsible pet care.
Supports language skills and cognitive development.
