Books like Petunia Perry and the Curse of the Ugly Pigeon
Award winning
A Monster Ate My Packed Lunch (Baby Aliens, 11)
Pamela Butchart, Thomas Flintham, 2021
256 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure, sparks imagination in young readers.
Relatable school setting, engaging young minds.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Ideal for family shared reading moments.

A Monster Ate My Packed Lunch (Baby Aliens, 11)
Pamela Butchart, Thomas Flintham, 2021
The Secret School Invasion
Pamela Butchart, 2022
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Encourages teamwork, resilience, and resourcefulness.
Enhances reading skills and vocabulary development.

The Secret School Invasion
Pamela Butchart, 2022
Secret Seven: Mystery of the Theatre Ghost
Enid Blyton, Pamela Butchart, Tony Ross, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Mystery-filled plot sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters exhibit teamwork, enhancing social development.
Encourages critical thinking through problem-solving narrative.
Engaging content tailored for young readers’ growth.

Secret Seven: Mystery of the Theatre Ghost
Enid Blyton, Pamela Butchart, Tony Ross, 2019
Award winning
The 143-Story Treehouse
Andy Griffiths, Terry Denton, 2024
304 pages
Why to read
Expands creativity with whimsical, adventurous storytelling.
Fosters resilience and resourcefulness through engaging challenges.
Strengthens reading skills with layered, dynamic narratives.
Encourages bonding over shared laughter and discovery.

The 143-Story Treehouse
Andy Griffiths, Terry Denton, 2024
Award winning
Double Fudge
Judy Blume, 2007
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging story that sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters that teach valuable life lessons.
Encourages understanding of money management.
Ideal for family reading sessions.

Double Fudge
Judy Blume, 2007
Award winning
Rodrick Rules
Jeff Kinney, 2008
224 pages
Why to read
Captures middle-school dynamics with humor and accuracy.
Encourages empathy through sibling relationship challenges.
Supports emotional growth amidst school and family life.
Engages young readers with diary-format storytelling.

Rodrick Rules
Jeff Kinney, 2008
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.

Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity
Mo Willems, 2007
42 pages
Why to read
Showcases preschool dynamics and friendship.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Stimulates language development through engaging dialogue.
Visually captivating illustrations enhance understanding.
