Books like Olivia's Eyes
Award winning
The Wish in the Bottle
Morna Macleod, 1997
136 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with captivating adventure story.
Features relatable, diverse characters for broad appeal.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

The Wish in the Bottle
Morna Macleod, 1997
Award winning
Amy's Red-Haired Dream
Ramy Ibhet Chia, Ramy Chia, 2023
37 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure fosters creativity and imagination.
Red-haired protagonist enhances relatability for young readers.
Encourages resilience and determination through storytelling.
Vivid illustrations complement the engaging narrative.

Amy's Red-Haired Dream
Ramy Ibhet Chia, Ramy Chia, 2023
Award winning
Ruby & Joseph
Patrice Kasimov, Gemti Loewenstein, 2023
115 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship, empathy, and perseverance themes.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-expression in children.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Ruby & Joseph
Patrice Kasimov, Gemti Loewenstein, 2023
Award winning
The Big Room
Pearl Brickman, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young minds.
Supports social and emotional development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Big Room
Pearl Brickman, 2023
Award winning
Ellie Sparkle: Rewrite the Tradition
Verena Heissenberger, 2023
59 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity, challenges traditional roles.
Encourages individuality and self-expression.
Supports problem-solving, critical thinking skills.
Engaging storyline, vibrant illustrations.

Ellie Sparkle: Rewrite the Tradition
Verena Heissenberger, 2023
Award winning
Biggest Number in the Universe, The
Julie Leibrich, Ross Kinnaird, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Explores concept of infinity through an engaging story.
Encourages curiosity and mathematical thinking in young minds.
Illustrates teamwork and perseverance among characters.
Suitable for encouraging early numeracy skills.

Biggest Number in the Universe, The
Julie Leibrich, Ross Kinnaird, 2004
Award winning
Little Lily's Day of Play
Jee Naughton, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Captures young imaginations with vibrant illustrations.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable experiences.
Stimulates language skills with rhythmic storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Little Lily's Day of Play
Jee Naughton, 2023
Caspar and the Star
Francesca Bosca, Guliano Ferri, 1991
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and imagination in young readers.
Encourages empathy through relatable character experiences.
Enhances problem-solving skills with engaging plot twists.
Supports early literacy and language development.
