Books like Horse Diaries #1: Elska
Award winning
Horse Diaries #2: Bell's Star
Alison Hart, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Rich historical backdrop enhances educational value.
Encourages empathy through horse's perspective.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative.
Inspires interest in American history.
Horse Diaries #2: Bell's Star
Alison Hart, 2009
Award winning
Shrek the Third: Friends and Foes
Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story with engaging, dynamic characters.
Encourages creativity and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Fun, interactive experience for young readers.
Shrek the Third: Friends and Foes
Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, 2007
Award winning
Pony Scouts: The Camping Trip (I Can Read Level 2)
Catherine Hapka, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story enhances curiosity and exploration.
Strengthens reading skills, ideal for young readers.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Accessible vocabulary builds confidence in new readers.
Pony Scouts: The Camping Trip (I Can Read Level 2)
Catherine Hapka, 2014
Award winning
LEGO Friends: Mystery in the Whispering Woods (Chapter Book #3)
Catherine Hapka, Cathy Hapka, 2014
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Relatable LEGO Friends characters foster emotional growth.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Ideal for independent or shared reading sessions.
LEGO Friends: Mystery in the Whispering Woods (Chapter Book #3)
Catherine Hapka, Cathy Hapka, 2014
Minnie Mysteries (Pictureback(R))
Catherine Hapka, Rh Disney, 2003
72 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stories for young curious minds.
Develops critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Characters that foster empathy and relate to readers.
Illustrations that captivate and enhance storytelling.
Minnie Mysteries (Pictureback(R))
Catherine Hapka, Rh Disney, 2003
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
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
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.
