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Award winning
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1992
52 pages
Why to read
Reimagines classic tales with humorous, quirky twists.
Enhances creativity and divergent thinking in children.
Encourages enjoyment and engagement in reading.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1992
Award winning
The Frog Prince Continued
Jon Scieszka, Catherine Lukas, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Continues the classic tale with a creative twist.
Encourages resilience through engaging narrative.
Strengthens language skills with rhythmic text.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
The Frog Prince Continued
Jon Scieszka, Catherine Lukas, 1991
Award winning
SPHDZ 4 Life! (Spaceheadz)
Jon Scieszka, 2012
192 pages
Why to read
Inventive adventure fostering creativity and imagination.
Engaging characters reflecting diverse friendships and cooperation.
Enhances problem-solving skills and resourceful thinking.
Humorous content ensures enjoyable learning experience.
SPHDZ 4 Life! (Spaceheadz)
Jon Scieszka, 2012
Award winning
Squids Will Be Squids: Fresh Morals, Beastly Fables
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1998
48 pages
Why to read
Humorous fables with quirky, modern twists.
Encourages critical thinking and moral understanding.
Colorful illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonding.
Squids Will Be Squids: Fresh Morals, Beastly Fables
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1998
The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs
Doreen Cronin, Jon Scieszka, Paul Giamatti, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging twist on a classic fairy tale.
Encourages perspective-taking and empathy.
Enhances critical thinking through alternative viewpoints.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs
Doreen Cronin, Jon Scieszka, Paul Giamatti, 2009
Award winning
The Ralph Mouse Collection (The Mouse and the Motorcycle / Runaway Ralph / Ralph S. Mouse)
Beverly Cleary, 2023
624 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventures foster imagination and creativity.
Features relatable, resourceful characters promoting resilience.
Encourages problem-solving and independence in children.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
The Ralph Mouse Collection (The Mouse and the Motorcycle / Runaway Ralph / Ralph S. Mouse)
Beverly Cleary, 2023
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
Stick Dog Slurps Spaghetti
Tom Watson, 2022
240 pages
Why to read
Humorous story enhances children's linguistic and emotional development.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration through engaging narrative.
Develops empathy by exploring diverse perspectives of characters.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
