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Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Dragon Storm: Tomás and Ironskin
Alastair Chisholm, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Thrilling fantasy adventure sparks imagination and curiosity.
Encourages resilience and bravery through Tomás's journey.
Enhances understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Supports development of empathy and moral reasoning.
Dragon Storm: Tomás and Ironskin
Alastair Chisholm, 2022
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
The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
161 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale enriches curiosity and imagination.
Characters showcase resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
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
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
Last Block Standing! (Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles #6)
Nick Eliopulos, 2021
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure in the Minecraft universe.
Encourages strategic thinking and creativity.
Builds teamwork and friendship values.
Ideal for young gamers and readers.
Last Block Standing! (Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles #6)
Nick Eliopulos, 2021
Award winning
The Unicorn Who Lost Its Horn: A Tale of How to Catch and Spread Kindness
Adisan Books, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and kindness in children.
Boosts creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness.
Engaging narrative encourages interactive reading.
