Books like Poems to Perform: A Classic Collection Chosen by the Children's Laureate
Award winning
The Smartest Giant in Town
Julia Donaldson, 2012
16 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy through giant’s kind-hearted actions.
Engages kids with rhythmic, lively narrative.
Highlights values of sharing and generosity.
Supports language development with fun rhymes.
The Smartest Giant in Town
Julia Donaldson, 2012
What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside
Julia Donaldson, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging seaside adventure with colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and strategic thinking in children.
Enhances vocabulary related to marine life and sounds.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside
Julia Donaldson, 2021
The Gruffalo: A Pop-Up Flap Book
Julia Donaldson, 2024
Why to read
Vibrant pop-up illustrations enhance interactive reading.
Engages children's creativity and imagination.
Develops motor skills through lifting and sliding flaps.
Fosters language development and storytelling abilities.
The Gruffalo: A Pop-Up Flap Book
Julia Donaldson, 2024
The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes
Julia Donaldson, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity and imaginative play.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Encourages resilience through relatable characters.
Interactive reading experience for children and parents.
The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes
Julia Donaldson, 2019
The Gruffalo and Other Stories Treasury
Julia Donaldson, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging, rhythmic storytelling captivates young readers.
Enhances language skills and creative thinking.
Encourages bravery and strategy through vivid narratives.
Ideal for parent-child bonding reading sessions.
The Gruffalo and Other Stories Treasury
Julia Donaldson, 2024
Julia Donaldson's Book of Names: A Magical Rhyming Celebration of Children, Imagination, Stories... And Names!
Julia Donaldson, 2025
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates imagination through vibrant, magical rhyming tales.
Introduces children to names, enhancing personal identity exploration.
Strengthens literacy with engaging, rhythmic language patterns.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Julia Donaldson's Book of Names: A Magical Rhyming Celebration of Children, Imagination, Stories... And Names!
Julia Donaldson, 2025
Poems to Perform: A Classic Collection Chosen by the Children's Laureate (Illustrated Edition)
Julia Donaldson, Clare MELINSKY Julia DONALDSON, 2013
160 pages
Why to read
Curated by acclaimed Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson.
Enhances expressive reading and performance skills.
Nurtures love for poetry with engaging illustrations.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Poems to Perform: A Classic Collection Chosen by the Children's Laureate (Illustrated Edition)
Julia Donaldson, Clare MELINSKY Julia DONALDSON, 2013
Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes: The Gruffalo Cookbook
Julia Donaldson, 2016
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires culinary creativity in children.
Connects cooking with beloved Gruffalo characters.
Enhances reading through interactive recipe engagement.
Fosters family bonding over food and stories.
