Books like J. M. Barrie's Peter Pan & Wendy
How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse
Cressida Cowell, 2006
243 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline enhances imaginative skills.
Features courageous, relatable protagonists for young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving capabilities.
Stimulates interest in mythology and folklore.

How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse
Cressida Cowell, 2006
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.

Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
Asterix and the Griffin
Jean-Yves Ferri, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Adventure-rich story fuels imagination and creativity.
Characters showcase teamwork and resilience.
Enhances historical knowledge and cultural awareness.
Engaging narrative that supports cognitive development.

Asterix and the Griffin
Jean-Yves Ferri, 2021
Award winning
Tales of the Catwings
Ursula K. Le Guin, 1999
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters teach resilience and problem-solving.
Enhances empathy through relatable feline adventures.
Ideal for shared family reading moments.

Tales of the Catwings
Ursula K. Le Guin, 1999
Award winning
Two-Headed Chicken
Tom Angleberger, 2022
208 pages
Why to read
Creative story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Highlights teamwork, unity among diverse characters.
Engages children in problem-solving adventures.
Supports language development through playful text.

Two-Headed Chicken
Tom Angleberger, 2022
Oz Collection: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, The Emerald City of Oz, The Marvelous Land of Oz
L. Frank Baum, Jerry Robbins, The Colonial Radio Players, 2023
576 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination through magical, captivating narratives.
Encourages resilience and teamwork among diverse characters.
Enhances problem-solving with engaging plot twists.
Fosters love for reading with timeless, enchanting tales.

Oz Collection: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, The Emerald City of Oz, The Marvelous Land of Oz
L. Frank Baum, Jerry Robbins, The Colonial Radio Players, 2023
Award winning
A Wonder Book Illustrated by Arthur Rackham
Nathaniel Hawthorne, Arthur Rackham, 1851
236 pages
Why to read
Classic myths retold with captivating illustrations.
Enhances creativity and cultural knowledge.
Encourages language development and literacy skills.
Ideal for shared reading, sparking discussions.

A Wonder Book Illustrated by Arthur Rackham
Nathaniel Hawthorne, Arthur Rackham, 1851
There's a Gorilla at the Door!
Clare Helen Welsh, Sam Caldwell, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages imagination and creativity
Teaches the value of kindness and helping others
Provides a fun and engaging adventure
Enhances understanding of animal behavior and habitats
