Books like Groovy Tubes: Mythical Beasts
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
Figment
Grant Jason, Jason Grandt, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with vibrant, creative storytelling.
Characters exhibit resilience and growth, teaching valuable lessons.
Fosters curiosity and encourages explorative thinking.
Engaging narrative that supports language development.

Figment
Grant Jason, Jason Grandt, 2024
Award winning
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages empathy through diverse sea creature characters.
Instills values of teamwork and cooperation.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
Award winning
National Geographic Readers: Mythical Beasts (L3): 100 Fun Facts About Real Animals and the Myths They Inspire
Stephanie Warren Drimmer, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Blends real animals with mythical stories, captivating kids' interest.
Encourages curiosity about nature and history.
Supports development of critical thinking.
Provides shared reading adventure for families.

National Geographic Readers: Mythical Beasts (L3): 100 Fun Facts About Real Animals and the Myths They Inspire
Stephanie Warren Drimmer, 2022
Award winning
The Good Little Mermaid's Guide to Bedtime
Eija Sumner, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages routine with a magical bedtime story.
Develops empathy through relatable mermaid characters.
Stimulates imagination with underwater adventures.
Fosters parent-child bonding at bedtime.

The Good Little Mermaid's Guide to Bedtime
Eija Sumner, 2024
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.

Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
Award winning
The Princess in Black and the Mermaid Princess
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with fantasy and adventure elements.
Encourages resilience and teamwork in young readers.
Supports language development and reading skills.
Builds empathy through diverse character interactions.

The Princess in Black and the Mermaid Princess
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2022
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.
