Books like Goldilocks and the Three Crocodiles
Not-So-Little Red Riding Hood
David Melling, Michael Rosen, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Explores empowerment through clever, resourceful protagonist.
Enhances critical thinking with unexpected plot twists.
Supports literacy development with engaging narrative.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.

Not-So-Little Red Riding Hood
David Melling, Michael Rosen, 2024
No fear, no tears: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5 Set 2a)
Paul George, David Melling, 2023
20 pages
Why to read
Builds phonics skills with engaging stories.
Enhances vocabulary and reading fluency.
Encourages emotional resilience and confidence.
Supports independent reading journeys.

No fear, no tears: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5 Set 2a)
Paul George, David Melling, 2023
Award winning
Colour with Splosh!
David Melling, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations spark creativity and visual learning.
Interactive color-matching activity enhances cognitive development.
Encourages color recognition and vocabulary expansion.
Perfect for enjoyable and educational parent-child reading sessions.

Colour with Splosh!
David Melling, 2013
Award winning
Hugless Douglas and the Big Sleep
David Melling, 2012
30 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Enhances social skills with interactive, engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development and expression.
Ideal for bedtime reading, enhancing sleep routines.

Hugless Douglas and the Big Sleep
David Melling, 2012
Award winning
Funny Bunnies: Up and Down
David Melling, 2014
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging, playful exploration of direction concepts.
Encourages understanding of spatial relationships.
Supports early developmental stages with fun narrative.
Vibrant illustrations enhance interactive reading.

Funny Bunnies: Up and Down
David Melling, 2014
Splois
David Melling, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks creativity and imagination.
Highlights values of friendship and teamwork.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through character interactions.

Splois
David Melling, 2002
Award winning
Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery Bk.1 (Bunnicula)
James Howe, David Melling, Deborah Howe, 1979
128 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and a unique, mysterious storyline.
Encourages analytical thinking and deduction skills.
Strengthens reading competence with captivating narrative.
Addresses fears playfully through comic relief.

Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery Bk.1 (Bunnicula)
James Howe, David Melling, Deborah Howe, 1979
The Man Who Sold His Shadow: Small Book (Pelican Big Books)
Michael Rosen, 1995
24 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of value, decision-making, and consequence.
Encourages creativity and philosophical thinking in young minds.
Supports development of moral and ethical reasoning.
Engaging narrative that holds children's attention.
