Books like Princess Hyacinth: The Surprising Tale of a Girl Who Floated
Award winning
A House That Once Was
Lane Smith, Julie Fogliano, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Exploration of time, memory, and childhood curiosity.
Encourages imagination through mysterious, abandoned house setting.
Beautiful, poetic language enhances vocabulary development.
Fosters emotional connection and empathy.
A House That Once Was
Lane Smith, Julie Fogliano, 2018
Award winning
Abe Lincoln's Dream
Lane Smith, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates lessons about history and leadership.
Encourages curiosity about American past.
Engaging ghostly encounters spark imagination.
Promotes values like honesty and integrity.
Abe Lincoln's Dream
Lane Smith, 2012
Award winning
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1992
52 pages
Why to read
Reimagines classic tales with humorous, quirky twists.
Enhances creativity and divergent thinking in children.
Encourages enjoyment and engagement in reading.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1992
Award winning
Squids Will Be Squids: Fresh Morals, Beastly Fables
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1998
48 pages
Why to read
Humorous fables with quirky, modern twists.
Encourages critical thinking and moral understanding.
Colorful illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonding.
Squids Will Be Squids: Fresh Morals, Beastly Fables
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1998
Maths All Around You: Statistics
Jon Richards, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with interactive real-world statistics applications.
Enhances problem-solving skills through statistical challenges.
Encourages critical thinking with fun, thought-provoking questions.
Designed for shared reading, bonding through learning.
Maths All Around You: Statistics
Jon Richards, 2009
Award winning
I'm Just No Good at Rhyming: And Other Nonsense for Mischievous Kids and Immature Grown-Ups
Lane Smith, Chris Harris, 2017
192 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with witty, imaginative rhymes.
Boosts linguistic skills and creative thinking.
Encourages laughter and joy in reading.
Ideal for shared reading with family.
I'm Just No Good at Rhyming: And Other Nonsense for Mischievous Kids and Immature Grown-Ups
Lane Smith, Chris Harris, 2017
Award winning
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Classic tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
Rich, vivid descriptions enhance visual thinking.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 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.
