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Award winning
Leif the Unlucky Viking: Saga of the Shooting Star
Gary Northfield, 2023
320 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure ignites children's historical curiosity.
Features humorous, yet educational content.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language.
Encourages resilience through Leif's misadventures.

Leif the Unlucky Viking: Saga of the Shooting Star
Gary Northfield, 2023
Award winning
Derek the Sheep
Gary Northfield, 2008
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales feature plucky, adventurous Derek the Sheep.
Fosters creativity and humor through unique storyline.
Enhances problem-solving skills with playful challenges.
Ideal for shared reading, boosting family engagement.

Derek the Sheep
Gary Northfield, 2008
Gary's Garden
Gary Northfield, 2014
64 pages
Why to read
Explore backyard ecology through captivating illustrations. - Encourages environmental awareness and curiosity. - Supports early science education with engaging storytelling. - Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Gary's Garden
Gary Northfield, 2014
Award winning
The Bear's Sea Escape
Benjamin Chaud, 2012
24 pages
Why to read
Adventurous narrative fosters creativity and imaginative thinking.
Vivid illustrations capture attention, enhance visual literacy.
Themes of resilience and teamwork, ideal for young minds.
Encourages parental engagement in child's reading journey.

The Bear's Sea Escape
Benjamin Chaud, 2012
Award winning
Helping Hercules
Francesca Simon, Ros Asquith, Tony Ross, 1999
128 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with mythological adventures.
Enhances knowledge of Greek mythology through interactive stories.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages curiosity and love for ancient history.

Helping Hercules
Francesca Simon, Ros Asquith, Tony Ross, 1999
Award winning
Mouse Was Mad
Linda Urban, Henry Cole, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches emotional regulation through engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy by exploring diverse feelings and reactions.
Encourages effective communication and self-expression.
Bright illustrations captivate and hold children’s interest.

Mouse Was Mad
Linda Urban, Henry Cole, 2009
Award winning
Bear Came Along
Richard T. Morris, Leuyen Pham, Hachette Audio, Joshua Manning, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure theme fosters curiosity and exploration.
Encourages teamwork and understanding diverse perspectives.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Bear Came Along
Richard T. Morris, Leuyen Pham, Hachette Audio, Joshua Manning, 2019
Award winning
Kai and the Monkey King
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey fosters imagination and curiosity.
Incorporates Chinese mythology, enhancing cultural awareness.
Demonstrates resilience and bravery in adversity.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
