Books like How The Apple Got Its Star: A twist on the traditional Waldorf Apple Story
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
Hide and Shh!: A Not-So-Sneaky Sister Story About Inclusion
Christina Dendy, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusivity and acceptance among siblings and friends.
Highlights problem-solving through playful sibling dynamics.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Engaging narrative that sparks conversations about fairness.

Hide and Shh!: A Not-So-Sneaky Sister Story About Inclusion
Christina Dendy, 2023
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
The Three Wishes: A Christmas Story
Alan Snow, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating Christmas theme, perfect for holiday reading.
Encourages empathy through characters’ challenges and resolutions.
Stimulates imagination with magical, wish-granting elements.
Fosters family bonding during festive season read-alongs.

The Three Wishes: A Christmas Story
Alan Snow, 2020
Award winning
National Geographic Readers: Mythical Beasts (L3): 100 Fun Facts About Real Animals and the Myths They Inspire
Stephanie Warren Drimmer, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Blends real animals with mythical stories, captivating kids' interest.
Encourages curiosity about nature and history.
Supports development of critical thinking.
Provides shared reading adventure for families.

National Geographic Readers: Mythical Beasts (L3): 100 Fun Facts About Real Animals and the Myths They Inspire
Stephanie Warren Drimmer, 2022
Award winning
The Wonderful Once: A Christmas Story
J.R. Buchta, John R. Buchta, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating Christmas adventure sparks imagination.
Relatable child protagonist enhances connection.
Encourages empathy and festive spirit.
Ideal for family shared reading moments.

The Wonderful Once: A Christmas Story
J.R. Buchta, John R. Buchta, 2023
Award winning
The Legend of the Christmas Witch
Daniel Murphy, Aubrey Plaza, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Intriguing twist on traditional Christmas tales.
Empowers creativity and divergent thinking in children.
Teaches the value of kindness and understanding.
Encourages bonding through shared family reading.

The Legend of the Christmas Witch
Daniel Murphy, Aubrey Plaza, 2021
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.
