Books like Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Spiders
Award winning
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity through fun, magical adventures.
Enhances emotional understanding and friendships.
Engages young readers with humor and wit.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.

Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.

Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Award winning
The Queen in the Cave
Júlia Sardà, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Enthralling tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery and self-discovery in young readers.
Beautiful, vivid illustrations enhance story engagement.
Supports emotional and cognitive development.

The Queen in the Cave
Júlia Sardà, 2021
Award winning
Planet Omar: Ultimate Rocket Blast
Zanib Mian, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Exciting space adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Engaging story that fosters empathy and cultural understanding.
Encourages scientific exploration and innovation among young readers.
Ideal for improving literacy and family reading time.

Planet Omar: Ultimate Rocket Blast
Zanib Mian, 2023
Award winning
Otter Loves Halloween!
Sam Garton, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Captures Halloween excitement through Otter's charming adventures.
Enhances emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Encourages creativity and self-expression through costume themes.
Supports early literacy skills with simple, engaging text.

Otter Loves Halloween!
Sam Garton, 2015
Stink and the Great Guinea Pig Express
Megan McDonald, 2008
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with humor and heart.
Encourages compassion toward animals.
Strengthens reading and comprehension skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Stink and the Great Guinea Pig Express
Megan McDonald, 2008
Award winning
Double Fudge
Judy Blume, 2002
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.
