Books like Leah in Trouble (Hippo Cafe Club)
Luce Finds Her Hero (Hippo Cafe Club)
Ann Bryant, 1998
192 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and bravery in young readers.
Introduces diverse characters and inclusive themes.
Encourages empathy and friendship through storytelling.
Ideal for promoting early literacy skills.

Luce Finds Her Hero (Hippo Cafe Club)
Ann Bryant, 1998
Reading Champion: Great Granny: Independent Reading 12
Ann Bryant, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances independent reading skills for young readers.
Stories featuring strong, relatable family bonds.
Supports literacy development with engaging content.
Builds confidence in young independent readers.

Reading Champion: Great Granny: Independent Reading 12
Ann Bryant, 2019
Secrets and Dreams
Ann Bryant, 1998
192 pages
Why to read
Engages with emotionally resonant, growth-oriented narratives.
Stimulates empathy and interpersonal understanding in young readers.
Encourages resilience and determination through character challenges.
Supportive tool in emotional and social development.

Secrets and Dreams
Ann Bryant, 1998
Hey, You! Gordon Goat!: Independent Reading Purple 8
Ann Bryant, David Arumi, 2018
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging, lively narrative fosters independent reading skills.
Features relatable characters, enhancing emotional development.
Strengthens problem-solving abilities through plot challenges.
Encourages literacy growth with fun, educational content.

Hey, You! Gordon Goat!: Independent Reading Purple 8
Ann Bryant, David Arumi, 2018
Go for It, Fen! (Hippo Cafe Club)
Ann Bryant, 1996
256 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and perseverance through playful narrative.
Strengthens problem-solving skills in engaging, relatable scenarios.
Fosters empathy by presenting diverse character experiences.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Go for It, Fen! (Hippo Cafe Club)
Ann Bryant, 1996
Award winning
Tiger in Trouble: Book 2 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters exhibit teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Promotes critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for cooperative reading sessions between parents and children.

Tiger in Trouble: Book 2 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
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
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.
