Books like Mermaids Most Amazing
Award winning
Sand Swimmers: The Secret Life of Australia's Desert Wilderness
Oliver Narelle, 1999
40 pages
Why to read
Explores Australia's stunning desert ecosystem vividly.
Showcases unique desert animals and plant life.
Encourages curiosity about lesser-known habitats.
Supports ecological awareness and conservation values.

Sand Swimmers: The Secret Life of Australia's Desert Wilderness
Oliver Narelle, 1999
Award winning
Pocket Pegasus
Susan Stafford, 2008
120 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled fantasy for sparking children's imagination.
Features characters demonstrating resilience and courage.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse friendships.

Pocket Pegasus
Susan Stafford, 2008
Ladybird Bedtime Tales
Ladybird Books, Peter Stevenson, 1999
1 pages
Why to read
Captivating stories enhance bedtime routines.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Strengthens language skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading time.

Ladybird Bedtime Tales
Ladybird Books, Peter Stevenson, 1999
Award winning
There's a Big, Beautiful World Out There!
Nancy Carlson, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages curiosity about the diverse, vast world.
Enhances understanding and appreciation of different cultures.
Boosts empathy through character experiences and journeys.
Supports emotional growth and self-confidence.

There's a Big, Beautiful World Out There!
Nancy Carlson, 2002
Award winning
Beyond The Visible: The Life's Journey of a Little Prince
Giuliano Ciabatta, Valery Vell, 2023
51 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of adventure and self-discovery.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement the captivating narrative.
Ideal for bonding over bedtime stories.

Beyond The Visible: The Life's Journey of a Little Prince
Giuliano Ciabatta, Valery Vell, 2023
Award winning
Down in the Forest
Yvonne Morrison, Jenny Cooper, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative set in a vibrant forest environment.
Teaches valuable life lessons through animal characters.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Down in the Forest
Yvonne Morrison, Jenny Cooper, 2020
The Secret Lives of Two Googly-Eyed Cats
Henrietta MacKenzie, 2021
30 pages
Why to read
Whimsical tale sparking creativity and imagination.
Highlights friendship and teamwork values.
Encourages empathy and understanding through feline adventures.
Perfect for family bonding and interactive read-alouds.

The Secret Lives of Two Googly-Eyed Cats
Henrietta MacKenzie, 2021
Award winning
Trudy Rudy and the Special Christmas Tree
Trudie Frink, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through a unique Christmas adventure.
Encourages empathy and teamwork among diverse characters.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
Highlights values of generosity and community spirit.
