Books like Malcolm at Midnight
Award winning
Foxy in Love
Emma Dodd, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, heartwarming tale of love and friendship. - Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy. - Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception. - Encourages creative thinking and expression.

Foxy in Love
Emma Dodd, 2013
Award winning
Truman
Jean Reidy, Lucy Ruth Cummins, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of bravery and loyalty.
Enhances empathy and understanding of relationships.
Stimulates imagination through Truman’s eyes.
Supports emotional development and resilience.

Truman
Jean Reidy, Lucy Ruth Cummins, 2019
Award winning
Eerie Elementary: The School is Alive
Jack Chabert, 2019
980 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure enhances problem-solving skills.
Dynamic characters foster emotional development.
Captivating story supports literacy and focus.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Eerie Elementary: The School is Alive
Jack Chabert, 2019
Award winning
Stick Dog Wants a Hot Dog
Tom Watson, Ethan Long, 2013
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure encourages creativity and humor appreciation.
Enhances vocabulary with accessible language and repetition.
Strengthens narrative understanding and prediction skills.
Provides laughter-filled bonding opportunities for families.

Stick Dog Wants a Hot Dog
Tom Watson, Ethan Long, 2013
Award winning
Good Rosie!
Kate Dicamillo, Harry Bliss, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages friendship and social skills development.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Supports emotional growth through character interactions.
Ideal for shared reading, builds family bonds.

Good Rosie!
Kate Dicamillo, Harry Bliss, 2018
Award winning
Paris-Chien: Adventures of an Expat Dog
Jackie Clark Mancuso, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of Paris through a dog’s adventures.
Enhances cultural awareness and appreciation.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages adaptability and resilience in new situations.

Paris-Chien: Adventures of an Expat Dog
Jackie Clark Mancuso, 2012
Award winning
A Finder's Magic
Philippa Pearce, Helen Craig, 2008
128 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of loss, search, and magical discovery.
Strengthens resilience and creativity in young readers.
Encourages exploration of emotions and relationships.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

A Finder's Magic
Philippa Pearce, Helen Craig, 2008
Award winning
Click, Clack, Ho! Ho! Ho!
Doreen Cronin, Betsy Lewin, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Festive story enhances holiday joy and excitement.
Encourages creative thinking and resourcefulness in kids.
Features rhythmic, engaging text for beginner readers.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading moments.
