Books like Saptarshi - The Seven Supreme Sages (Amar Chitra Katha)
Award winning
Shakti Girls: Poems of Inspiring Indian Women
Shetal Shah, Kavita Rajput, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates inspiring stories of influential Indian women.
Boosts cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Empowers young girls with strong role models.
Engaging poetry format enhances reading skills.
Shakti Girls: Poems of Inspiring Indian Women
Shetal Shah, Kavita Rajput, 2023
Award winning
Lypida the Shadow Fiend: Series 21 Book 4 (Beast Quest 110)
Adam Blade, 2018
144 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline enhances engagement and focus.
Features teamwork, fostering social and emotional development.
Encourages resilience through character challenges.
Supports literacy skills with age-appropriate language.
Lypida the Shadow Fiend: Series 21 Book 4 (Beast Quest 110)
Adam Blade, 2018
Award winning
The Warrior's Road Series 13: Slivka the Cold-Hearted Curse (Beast Quest)
Adam Blade, 2013
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure stimulates creative thinking.
Introduces resilience through Slivka’s challenging journey.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing young readers' vocabulary.
The Warrior's Road Series 13: Slivka the Cold-Hearted Curse (Beast Quest)
Adam Blade, 2013
Award winning
The Works Key Stage 1
Pie Corbett, 2006
352 pages
Why to read
Foundation for Literacy Skills: 'The Works Key Stage 1' provides a comprehensive collection of poems that are specifically tailored for children in Key Stage 1, helping to lay the groundwork for developing strong reading and comprehension skills at an early age.
Curriculum Alignment: The book is designed to align with the Key Stage 1 curriculum, ensuring that the content is relevant and supportive of the educational standards and learning objectives set for children aged 5 to 7 years old.
Engagement and Imagination: Pie Corbett's selection of poems is chosen to captivate young minds, fostering a love for reading through engaging rhythms, themes, and characters that spark imagination and creativity in young readers.
Teaching Resource: Educators and parents can use 'The Works Key Stage 1' as a valuable resource for teaching poetry, with a variety of poems that can be used for reading aloud, performance, and discussion, thereby enhancing the learning experience in both classroom and home settings.
The Works Key Stage 1
Pie Corbett, 2006
Award winning
Riloh's Quest
Raven Bell, Riloh Robert Bell, Chevon Hodges, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey fosters creativity and curiosity.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Strengthens reading and comprehension abilities.
Riloh's Quest
Raven Bell, Riloh Robert Bell, Chevon Hodges, 2023
Curing our Ills: The Psychology of Chronic Disease Risk, Experience and Care in Africa
Ama De-Graft Aikins, 2018
98 pages
Why to read
Addresses chronic disease through engaging narrative.
Highlights resilience and empathy in health challenges.
Educational content on healthcare in African context.
Curing our Ills: The Psychology of Chronic Disease Risk, Experience and Care in Africa
Ama De-Graft Aikins, 2018
Award winning
Me'ma and the Great Mountain
Lorin Morgan-Richards, Allison Outschoorn, Jessica Rose Felix, A Raven Above Press, 2012
172 pages
Why to read
Explores indigenous culture and environmental themes.
Encourages resilience and bravery through storytelling.
Supports understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Engaging adventure fostering family discussions.
Me'ma and the Great Mountain
Lorin Morgan-Richards, Allison Outschoorn, Jessica Rose Felix, A Raven Above Press, 2012
Award winning
Thorfinn and the Awful Invasion
David Macphail, 2015
136 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging tale of adventure and humor.
Enhances historical knowledge through fun storytelling.
Empowers children with themes of bravery and strategy.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching family discussions.
