Books like Melvina Whitmoore (More or Less a Horror Story)
Award winning
Under a Strawberry Moon
Lynnea Luebben, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling sparks children’s imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills.
Supports emotional and social development.

Under a Strawberry Moon
Lynnea Luebben, 2022
Award winning
The Scariest Story You've Ever Heard
Ron Keres, Arthur Lin, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination through thrilling, mysterious narrative.
Characters showcase bravery, teamwork, and resilience.
Encourages children to confront and overcome fears.
Engages young readers with interactive plot elements.

The Scariest Story You've Ever Heard
Ron Keres, Arthur Lin, 2022
Award winning
Fusion (Megastar Mysteries)
Annabelle Starr, 2007
117 pages
Why to read
Mystery-driven narrative sparks curiosity and critical thinking.
Characters exemplify teamwork and effective communication.
Engages young readers with suspenseful and dynamic storytelling.
Reinforces literacy skills through structured, engaging content.

Fusion (Megastar Mysteries)
Annabelle Starr, 2007
Dylan's Cosydoze
Elsa Joseph, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating story fosters imagination and early literacy skills.
Warm relatable characters, encouraging empathy and friendship.
Encourages parent-child bonding over cozy storytime moments.
Addresses gentle bedtime routines and the importance of sleep.

Dylan's Cosydoze
Elsa Joseph, 2017
The Secret of Vesta
Kimberlee Dawn, 2013
464 pages
Why to read
Entertaining and imaginative plot sparks curiosity.
Relatable characters foster emotional growth.
Promotes critical thinking and problem-solving.
Interactive storyline enhances engagement and learning.

The Secret of Vesta
Kimberlee Dawn, 2013
Close Encounters of a Most Peculiar Kind
Vola Ryan, 2016
68 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity with its whimsical, otherworldly encounters.
Strengthens empathy through diverse, engaging character interactions.
Encourages curiosity and exploration of new concepts.
Designed for enjoyable parent-child shared reading moments.

Close Encounters of a Most Peculiar Kind
Vola Ryan, 2016
Award winning
Your Beautiful Mind
Zoe M. Kozina, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Enhances emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Stimulates curiosity about psychological concepts.
Encourages understanding of diverse mental processes.
Supportive tool for parents in discussing mental health.

Your Beautiful Mind
Zoe M. Kozina, 2023
Award winning
Shapes in the Clouds
Kathy Oberg, 2021
20 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters model curiosity and discovery.
Reinforces shape recognition and cognitive development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
