Books like Scowl
Award winning
There's a Big, Beautiful World Out There!
Nancy Carlson, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages curiosity about the diverse, vast world.
Enhances understanding and appreciation of different cultures.
Boosts empathy through character experiences and journeys.
Supports emotional growth and self-confidence.

There's a Big, Beautiful World Out There!
Nancy Carlson, 2002
Award winning
The One Year Devotions for Active Boys
Jesse Florea, Karen Whiting, 2014
400 pages
Why to read
Tailored daily devotions for energetic young boys.
Encourages spiritual growth and character development.
Interactive elements foster engagement and reflection.
Supports parents in guiding boys' spiritual journeys.

The One Year Devotions for Active Boys
Jesse Florea, Karen Whiting, 2014
Award winning
Aunt Nasty (Early Reader)
Margaret Mahy, 1973
80 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through engaging, whimsical storytelling. - Enhances empathy with relatable, dynamic characters. - Promotes problem-solving with intriguing plot twists. - Ideal for improving early reading skills and focus.

Aunt Nasty (Early Reader)
Margaret Mahy, 1973
Award winning
The Railway Cat (Volume 2)
Philip Ardagh, Rob Biddulph, 2020
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Encourages empathy through well-crafted, relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ideal for shared reading; strengthens family bonds.

The Railway Cat (Volume 2)
Philip Ardagh, Rob Biddulph, 2020
Award winning
Time for Bed's Story
Monica Arnaldo, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages routine with a fun, gentle bedtime narrative.
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark young imaginations.
Fosters emotional development through relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading time.

Time for Bed's Story
Monica Arnaldo, 2020
Award winning
Down in the Forest
Yvonne Morrison, Jenny Cooper, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative set in a vibrant forest environment.
Teaches valuable life lessons through animal characters.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Down in the Forest
Yvonne Morrison, Jenny Cooper, 2020
Award winning
There's Not One
Jennifer Higgie, 2016
28 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through engaging, worldwide adventure.
Encourages recognition of unique identities and cultures.
Supports developmental understanding of inclusivity and respect.
Colorful illustrations captivate and spark imagination.

There's Not One
Jennifer Higgie, 2016
Award winning
One Noisy Night
Walt Disney Company, Barbara Bazaldua, 1998
18 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and spark children's imaginations.
Engaging storyline encourages interactive reading sessions.
Teaches importance of cooperation through fun narrative.
Ideal for enhancing early language and listening skills.
