Books like Goblin in the Rainforest (Gibblewort the Goblin)
Goblin in the City
Stephen King, Victor Kelleher, 2008
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with enrichment for young minds.
Highlights valuable lessons in bravery and friendship.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.
Encourages empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.
Goblin in the City
Stephen King, Victor Kelleher, 2008
Plum Puddings and Paper Moons (The Kingdom of Silk Book 5)
Glenda Millard, Stephen King, 2010
128 pages
Why to read
Deep exploration of family, friendship, and acceptance.
Stimulates emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Vivid, lyrical language enhances cognitive and language skills.
Encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Plum Puddings and Paper Moons (The Kingdom of Silk Book 5)
Glenda Millard, Stephen King, 2010
Award winning
Where Does Thursday Go?
Stephen King, Janeen Brian, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Explores concept of time in a child-friendly manner.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Supports understanding of weekly sequence.
Engaging story that promotes shared reading.
Where Does Thursday Go?
Stephen King, Janeen Brian, 2001
Award winning
Prudence Wants a Pet
Cathleen Daly, Stephen King, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights creativity, perseverance in young protagonist Prudence.
Encourages empathy, understanding of family dynamics.
Stimulates imagination through unique pet ideas.
Reinforces resourcefulness, adaptability in children.
Prudence Wants a Pet
Cathleen Daly, Stephen King, 2011
The Changeling Quest: Children of the Fae
Maria Moloney, 2013
210 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy narrative promotes creativity and imagination.
Characters encourage empathy and understanding of diverse emotions.
Adventure tale that enhances problem-solving skills.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.
The Changeling Quest: Children of the Fae
Maria Moloney, 2013
The Lantern Fox (Mammoth Reads)
Garry Kilworth, 1998
86 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure keeps young readers engaged.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through clever story twists.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.
The Lantern Fox (Mammoth Reads)
Garry Kilworth, 1998
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 Fierce Giant
W. Murray, Ladybird Books, Ladybird, 1991
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires bravery and overcoming fears
Stimulating illustrations captivate and engage young readers
Encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking
Supports emotional development and empathy
