Books like My Rhinoceros
Award winning
My Dad is a Tree
Jon Agee, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores unique family relationships creatively.
Encourages understanding of diversity and acceptance.
Stimulates imagination with whimsical illustrations.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
My Dad is a Tree
Jon Agee, 2023
Award winning
The Wall in the Middle of the Book
Jon Agee, 2018
42 pages
Why to read
Showcases problem-solving, critical thinking skills.
Explores themes of assumptions, understanding perspectives.
Encourages humor and imagination in storytelling.
Ideal for engaging young readers and listeners.
The Wall in the Middle of the Book
Jon Agee, 2018
Award winning
Elvis Lives!: and Other Anagrams
Jon Agee, 2000
80 pages
Why to read
Engages the mind with clever, creative wordplay.
Boosts language skills with fun anagram puzzles.
Enhances cognitive flexibility through playful challenges.
Ideal for family bonding over shared puzzle-solving.
Elvis Lives!: and Other Anagrams
Jon Agee, 2000
Award winning
Princess Hyacinth: The Surprising Tale of a Girl Who Floated
Lane Smith, Florence Parry Heide, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Captivates with unique storyline of floating princess.
Encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.
Addresses themes of self-acceptance and friendship.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading skills.
Princess Hyacinth: The Surprising Tale of a Girl Who Floated
Lane Smith, Florence Parry Heide, 2009
Award winning
The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book
Katrina Charman, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story sparks imagination. - Characters teach resilience and teamwork. - Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving. - Perfect for independent young readers.
The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book
Katrina Charman, 2023
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
Award winning
Sebastian and the Balloon
Philip C. Stead, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters demonstrate resilience and creative problem-solving.
Encourages exploration of new perspectives and ideas.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.
Sebastian and the Balloon
Philip C. Stead, 2014
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
368 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community spirit.
Engages young readers with charming, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Fosters family connections and shared reading moments.
