Books like Olga Thorn
Award winning
Panic At The Pumpkin Patch: A Funny Halloween Adventure
Papa Moose, Brooke Vitale, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Humorous story sparks laughter and joy.
Enhances vocabulary with delightful Halloween-themed words.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Perfect seasonal read for family bonding time.

Panic At The Pumpkin Patch: A Funny Halloween Adventure
Papa Moose, Brooke Vitale, 2023
Award winning
Stella's Brave Voice
Marissa Bader, Brooke Vitale, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and self-expression in challenging situations.
Stella's journey inspires bravery and finding one's voice.
Enhances empathy and understanding of diverse experiences.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over shared reading time.

Stella's Brave Voice
Marissa Bader, Brooke Vitale, 2023
Award winning
She Dared to Be: The Legacy of Phillipa Maxine
Karri Theis, Brooke Vitale, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and empowerment in young readers.
Showcases historical achievements of women.
Enhances awareness of gender equality.
Encourages curiosity and personal growth.

She Dared to Be: The Legacy of Phillipa Maxine
Karri Theis, Brooke Vitale, 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.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
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
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages empathy through diverse sea creature characters.
Instills values of teamwork and cooperation.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
