Books like Roanoke: The Lost Colony (The Colonies)
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.

Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Okra Stew
Natalie Daise, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with unique, culturally-rich language.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.
Supports emotional development through relatable conflicts.

Okra Stew
Natalie Daise, 2023
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
Unflappable
Matthew Ward, Scott Magoon, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Boosts emotional resilience through engaging storytelling.
Encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Illustrations that captivate and spark imagination.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Unflappable
Matthew Ward, Scott Magoon, 2023
Award winning
Cleopatra Tells All!
Chris Naunton, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative with vibrant illustrations.
Enhances knowledge about Cleopatra and ancient Egyptian culture.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning.
Supports development of reading comprehension skills.

Cleopatra Tells All!
Chris Naunton, 2022
Award winning
Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery, thrilling twists, and educational content.
Captivating animal characters, forming emotional connections.
Enhances reading skills, encourages exploration and curiosity.
Addresses teamwork, friendship values in lively narration.

Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
A Ladybird Book: The Romans
Beatrice Cerocchi, 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Explores ancient Roman culture and civilization.
Enhances historical knowledge and curiosity.
Supports educational curriculum requirements.
Engaging and accessible for young readers.
