Books like Grey (The Romany Outcasts Series, Book 1)
Award winning
The Dream House
Laura Dockrill, Craig Higginson, Gwen Millward, 2021
112 pages
Why to read
Explores family dynamics, fostering emotional understanding.
Encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Addresses overcoming fears, instills resilience in young readers.
Engaging narrative that promotes literacy and family discussions.

The Dream House
Laura Dockrill, Craig Higginson, Gwen Millward, 2021
Award winning
Angry Cookie
Laura Dockrill, Maria Karipidou, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses managing emotions through engaging storytelling.
Encourages emotional resilience and understanding.
Supports language development and expressive skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Angry Cookie
Laura Dockrill, Maria Karipidou, 2018
I Completely Must Do Drawing Now
Lauren Child, 2006
24 pages
Why to read
Boosts creativity through engaging drawing activities.
Encourages independence and decision-making in young readers.
Supports developmental milestones in early childhood education.
Fosters a joyful and interactive reading experience.

I Completely Must Do Drawing Now
Lauren Child, 2006
Award winning
Hubert Horatio Bartle Bobton-Trent
Lauren Child, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity with witty, imaginative storytelling.
Characters exemplify problem-solving and resourcefulness.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, playful language.
Encourages financial literacy and responsibility.

Hubert Horatio Bartle Bobton-Trent
Lauren Child, 2004
Award winning
Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Book?
Lauren Child, 2002
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure in a creatively illustrated book world.
Encourages interaction with text and playful use of language.
Supports literacy development through dynamic narrative structure.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bond.

Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Book?
Lauren Child, 2002
Award winning
Beware of the Storybook Wolves
Lauren Child, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and problem-solving in young readers.
Engaging storyline encourages interaction with text.
Supports literacy skills through playful narrative.
Addresses fear management in a relatable way.

Beware of the Storybook Wolves
Lauren Child, 2000
Award winning
Clarice Bean Spells Trouble
Lauren Child, 2004
192 pages
Why to read
Captivating narrative that sparks imagination.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language use.
Encourages perseverance in problem-solving.
Fosters empathy through relatable character struggles.

Clarice Bean Spells Trouble
Lauren Child, 2004
Award winning
Who Wants To Be a Poodle I Don't
Lauren Child, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights individuality and self-acceptance.
Encourages creativity and personal expression.
Supports emotional development and resilience.
Engaging, humorous storyline with vibrant illustrations.
