Books like Mermaid School
Award winning
Mermaid School: The Spooky Shipwreck
Lucy Courtenay, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Encourages teamwork and friendship among diverse characters.
Addresses overcoming fears through courage and collaboration.
Supports language skills with engaging narrative and dialogue.
Mermaid School: The Spooky Shipwreck
Lucy Courtenay, 2022
Marnie Midnight and the Moon Mystery
Erson, Laura Ellen, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with clever, interactive puzzles.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages bonding through shared reading sessions.
Marnie Midnight and the Moon Mystery
Erson, Laura Ellen, 2024
Microraptor
Philip Kavvadias, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with prehistoric adventures.
Introduces dinosaurs, fostering early scientific curiosity.
Encourages exploration and learning about natural history.
Dynamic illustrations enhance visual understanding.
Microraptor
Philip Kavvadias, 2024
Max Magic
Stephen Mulhern, Tom Easton, 2022
290 pages
Why to read
Enthralls with magical adventures and captivating characters.
Strengthens problem-solving skills through engaging scenarios.
Enhances language development and imaginative thinking.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
Max Magic
Stephen Mulhern, Tom Easton, 2022
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
Award winning
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
205 pages
Why to read
Engages creativity through adventure-packed, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens problem-solving skills within a familiar game world.
Fosters a love for reading through relatable characters.
Encourages strategic thinking and decision-making.
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.
