Books like Read with Oxford: Stage 1: Sam's Backpack and Other Stories
Award winning
InvestiGators: Off the Hook
John Green, 2021
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot enhances critical thinking.
Dynamic characters foster emotional intelligence.
Humorous content ensures enjoyable learning experience.
Encourages teamwork and perseverance.

InvestiGators: Off the Hook
John Green, 2021
Donut Feed the Squirrels: Book One of the Norma and Belly Series
Mika Song, 2020
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative that sparks children’s imagination.
Norma and Belly depict relatable, endearing friendships.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Donut Feed the Squirrels: Book One of the Norma and Belly Series
Mika Song, 2020
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports early development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading sessions.

Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
Award winning
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creative thinking and imagination.
Humorous narrative, ideal for enjoyable family reading time.
Teaches important lessons about responsibility and decision-making.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold children’s attention.

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
Cornelius Cone and Friends 2: Sam's Trip and Slip
Steve Boyce, 2019
38 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through playful narrative structure.
Strengthens empathy with diverse and relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and learning from mistakes.
Ideal for family reading, fostering shared discussions.

Cornelius Cone and Friends 2: Sam's Trip and Slip
Steve Boyce, 2019
Award winning
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Fuses Halloween excitement with enchanting aquatic adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages creativity with unique narwhal-led storyline.
Ideal for bonding over seasonal storytelling.

A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
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.
