Books like Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 4: Fireflies: Grandad and Me
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Let's Do Everything and Nothing
Julia Kuo, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the joy of shared moments and adventures.
Highlights the beauty of balance between activity and rest.
Encourages imaginative play and appreciation of simplicity.
Lovely illustrations complement the serene, heartwarming narrative.
Let's Do Everything and Nothing
Julia Kuo, 2022
Award winning
When I Became Your Grandma
Shane Susannah, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story, celebrates intergenerational bonds.
Touches on themes of love, acceptance, and family history.
Fosters empathy and understanding of elderly family members.
Beautiful, captivating illustrations complement the narrative.
When I Became Your Grandma
Shane Susannah, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
113 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling adventures.
Enhances empathy through relatable sibling dynamics.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.
Encourages shared reading with captivating storytelling.
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
Award winning
Molly on the Moon
Mary Robinette Kowal, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through whimsical space adventure.
Highlights teamwork, resilience in overcoming challenges.
Educational insights into astronomy enhance knowledge.
Encourages emotional growth through character interactions.
Molly on the Moon
Mary Robinette Kowal, 2022
Award winning
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly celebrates Cuban culture through lively market scenes.
Enhances bilingual skills, introduces Spanish vocabulary.
Encourages appreciation of family bonds and traditions.
Supports cognitive and social-emotional development.
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, 2021
Matilda (Colour Edition)
Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, 2022
212 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through Matilda's courage and intelligence.
Stimulates young minds with rich, vivid language and illustrations.
Addresses themes of bravery and standing up for oneself.
Enhances cognitive and emotional development through storytelling.
Matilda (Colour Edition)
Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, 2022
Award winning
Gran Goes to Heaven
Ona Erike, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Tackles the concept of loss with sensitivity and care.
Encourages conversations about grief between children and adults.
Illustrations that enhance understanding and engagement.
Supports emotional development and resilience in children.
