Books like Hector and Maggie
Award winning
Winston the Doodle
Nancy Blake, Brittani Rose, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and imagination.
Relatable, charming characters foster emotional connection.
Encourages problem-solving skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared family reading and discussions.

Winston the Doodle
Nancy Blake, Brittani Rose, 2023
Award winning
Jake in Danger
Annette Butterworth, Nick Butterworth, 2009
61 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks imagination and curiosity.
Engaging protagonist encourages resilience and bravery.
Illustrates effective problem-solving and decision-making.
Supports language development and cognitive growth.

Jake in Danger
Annette Butterworth, Nick Butterworth, 2009
Award winning
Cat and Bear
Carol Greene, Anne Mortimer, Anne Greene, Carol, Mortimer, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship between diverse characters.
Enhances children's understanding of empathy and cooperation.
Simple language tailored for early readers' comprehension.
Encourages interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Cat and Bear
Carol Greene, Anne Mortimer, Anne Greene, Carol, Mortimer, 2000
Tower-Block Pony
Alison Prince, 1994
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid storytelling.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.

Tower-Block Pony
Alison Prince, 1994
Award winning
Go Fetch!
Nancy Krulik, Sebastien Braun, 2014
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling encourages interactive reading sessions.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate young imaginations.
Teaches valuable lessons on friendship and teamwork.
Designed for developmental stages of early readers.

Go Fetch!
Nancy Krulik, Sebastien Braun, 2014
Award winning
Scary Dog (Starters)
Scoular-Anderson, 2005
47 pages
Why to read
Cultivates courage through engaging, adventurous narrative.
Builds empathy with well-developed, relatable animal characters.
Enhances problem-solving with intriguing, suspenseful scenarios.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bonds.

Scary Dog (Starters)
Scoular-Anderson, 2005
Award winning
Lars Saves the Day
Gail Donovan, Hans De Beer, John Huxtable, 2002
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages problem-solving skills.
Features relatable, courageous character Lars.
Fosters empathy and teamwork among young readers.
Educational yet entertaining, perfect for family reading.

Lars Saves the Day
Gail Donovan, Hans De Beer, John Huxtable, 2002
Animal Friends
Patti Jennings, 2000
24 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages empathy through diverse animal character interactions.
Supports language development with engaging narrative structure.
Ideal for bedtime reading, fostering comfort and bonding.
