Books like Leif the Unlucky Viking: Saga of the Shooting Star
Award winning
Rise of the Lion Beast (Tiger Warrior)
M. Chan, Alan Brown, 2022
120 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey with rich, captivating narratives.
Strengthens critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Characters exemplify courage and teamwork values.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills effectively.

Rise of the Lion Beast (Tiger Warrior)
M. Chan, Alan Brown, 2022
Princess Minna : The Wicked Wood
Kirsty Applebaum, Sahar Haghgoo, 2025
123 pages
Why to read
Enthralling adventure through enchanted woods.
Princess Minna inspires bravery and leadership.
Teaches resilience and problem-solving.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

Princess Minna : The Wicked Wood
Kirsty Applebaum, Sahar Haghgoo, 2025
The Lantern Fox (Mammoth Reads)
Garry Kilworth, 1998
86 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure keeps young readers engaged.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through clever story twists.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.

The Lantern Fox (Mammoth Reads)
Garry Kilworth, 1998
Kiira the Dragon
Katie Perttunen, 2017
24 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with magical dragon adventures.
Develops empathy through relatable character dynamics.
Enhances problem-solving with engaging plot twists.
Encourages parent-child bonding over shared reading.

Kiira the Dragon
Katie Perttunen, 2017
Fairy Hill
Fran-Evans, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating magical adventures spark children's imagination.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances vocabulary and emotional understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Fairy Hill
Fran-Evans, 2004
The Changeling Quest: Children of the Fae
Maria Moloney, 2013
210 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy narrative promotes creativity and imagination.
Characters encourage empathy and understanding of diverse emotions.
Adventure tale that enhances problem-solving skills.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

The Changeling Quest: Children of the Fae
Maria Moloney, 2013
Award winning
Donkey Wolf
K.T. Guidero, 2021
38 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters empathy and emotional understanding.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Encourages creative solutions through whimsical storytelling.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

Donkey Wolf
K.T. Guidero, 2021
Goblin in the Rainforest (Gibblewort the Goblin)
Stephen King, Victor Kelleher, 2004
80 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks children's imagination and creativity.
Engaging, mischievous characters enhance relatability and entertainment.
Encourages problem-solving skills through exciting narrative twists.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
