Books like Hocus Pocus Takes the Train
Award winning
The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
100 pages
Why to read
Captures pioneering spirit and historical American lifestyle.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character development.
Supports understanding of familial and societal roles.
Engages young readers with vivid, descriptive storytelling.

The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
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
Spellbook of the Lost and Found
Moïra Fowley-Doyle, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Mystery unfolds with each page, sparking curiosity.
Enhances critical thinking through complex, intertwining plots.
Characters demonstrate resilience and cooperation.
Themes of loss and recovery resonate emotionally.

Spellbook of the Lost and Found
Moïra Fowley-Doyle, 2020
Award winning
The Red Ear Blows Its Nose: Poems for Children and Others
Robert Schechter, 2023
118 pages
Why to read
Creative poems spark imagination and creativity.
Engaging themes suitable for children and adults alike.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills through rhyme.
Encourages emotional expression and articulation.

The Red Ear Blows Its Nose: Poems for Children and Others
Robert Schechter, 2023
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.

There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
205 pages
Why to read
Engages creativity through adventure-packed, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens problem-solving skills within a familiar game world.
Fosters a love for reading through relatable characters.
Encourages strategic thinking and decision-making.

Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
Matilda (Colour Edition)
Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, 2022
212 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through Matilda's courage and intelligence.
Stimulates young minds with rich, vivid language and illustrations.
Addresses themes of bravery and standing up for oneself.
Enhances cognitive and emotional development through storytelling.

Matilda (Colour Edition)
Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, 2022
Award winning
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through playful, imaginative language.
Supports language development with engaging, quirky dialogues.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Builds vocabulary with unique and amusing wordplay.
