Books like Hey, You! Gordon Goat!: Independent Reading Purple 8
Award winning
The Lost Horse
Elaine Heney, 2022
168 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of adventure and friendship.
Teaches values of perseverance and teamwork.
Enhances empathy through character experiences.
Captivating illustrations complement the narrative.
The Lost Horse
Elaine Heney, 2022
Catch That Chicken!
Doreen Cronin, 2021
Why to read
Entertaining and engaging narrative that encourages running and playing.
Teaches the value of perseverance and determination.
Enhances understanding of friendship dynamics.
Provides a humorous take on farm life and handling responsibilities.
Catch That Chicken!
Doreen Cronin, 2021
I Am Not a Chicken: Animals on the Farm
Mari Bolte, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fun, farm animal adventures.
Teaches empathy through relatable animal characters.
Encourages curiosity and learning about farm life.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
I Am Not a Chicken: Animals on the Farm
Mari Bolte, 2024
Award winning
Little Puff: 21st Century Edition (Beginning-to-Read: Easy Stories)
Margaret Hillert, Modern Curriculum Press, 1973
27 pages
Why to read
Updated, engaging retelling of a children’s classic.
Enhances early reading skills with simple, repetitive vocabulary.
Encourages imagination and creativity in young minds.
Supports comprehension through clear, concise storytelling.
Little Puff: 21st Century Edition (Beginning-to-Read: Easy Stories)
Margaret Hillert, Modern Curriculum Press, 1973
Monsters in the Dark: (Billy and the Mini Monsters)
Susanna Davidson, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Engages children with fun, relatable mini monster adventures.
Enhances reading skills and emotional understanding.
Teaches bravery and facing fears creatively.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.
Monsters in the Dark: (Billy and the Mini Monsters)
Susanna Davidson, 2020
Alexander and the Horse
Mary Auld, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale, sparks imagination and creativity.
Encourages empathy through relatable character interactions.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative, ideal for shared reading activities.
Alexander and the Horse
Mary Auld, 2024
Award winning
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure improves kids' problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable characters boost empathy and connection.
Combines humor and mystery for enjoyable learning.
Encourages teamwork, critical thinking in young readers.
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2023
Award winning
A Horse in the Living Room
Ram Kushnir, 2022
46 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline to enhance child's imagination and creativity.
Characters exhibit teamwork, resolving issues constructively together.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Supports language development and cognitive growth in young readers.
