Books like Once Upon a Storytime
My Mummies Built a Treehouse
Gareth Peter, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Encourages creativity through engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development and understanding of relationships.
Illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.

My Mummies Built a Treehouse
Gareth Peter, 2023
This Book is Full of Elves
Gareth Peter, unknown author, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with delightful, mischievous elf adventures.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Supports early development of reading and comprehension skills.
Fosters a joyous, interactive reading environment.

This Book is Full of Elves
Gareth Peter, unknown author, 2023
Award winning
My Daddies!
Gareth Peter, 2020
26 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Encourages acceptance and understanding through relatable storytelling.
Enhances emotional development and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

My Daddies!
Gareth Peter, 2020
One More Day Until Pride
Gareth Peter, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity through charming narrative.
Encourages understanding of different family structures.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.

One More Day Until Pride
Gareth Peter, 2024
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.

The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.

Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.
