Books like Shimmy
Award winning
The Enchanted Wood Collection: Three Exciting Stories in One
Enid Blyton, 2020
123 pages
Why to read
Rich, imaginative adventures enhance creative thinking.
Relatable characters foster emotional development.
Encourages problem-solving and teamwork.
Fun, engaging narrative boosts reading interest.
The Enchanted Wood Collection: Three Exciting Stories in One
Enid Blyton, 2020
Award winning
Feelings
Sarah Odo, 2021
20 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions with engaging and colorful illustrations.
Encourages children to express and understand their feelings.
Supports emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over shared reading.
Feelings
Sarah Odo, 2021
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
Award winning
Clara Clutter
Heidi Lulloff, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters model resilience and adaptability for young readers.
Highlights the importance of organization and cleanliness.
Supports cognitive development through story-driven problem-solving.
Clara Clutter
Heidi Lulloff, 2021
Award winning
The Accidental Minecraft Family: Book 8
Pixel Ate, 2021
190 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters creativity and strategic thinking.
Family-centric narrative encourages bonding through shared reading.
Enhances digital literacy and understanding of gaming principles.
Captures young readers’ interest with relatable scenarios.
The Accidental Minecraft Family: Book 8
Pixel Ate, 2021
Award winning
InvestiGators: All Tide Up (InvestiGators, 7)
John Green, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure keeps young readers engaged.
Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving elements.
Illustrations stimulate visual learning and creativity.
Encourages teamwork and cooperation among characters.
InvestiGators: All Tide Up (InvestiGators, 7)
John Green, 2023
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224
Why to read
Engages with humor, perfect for young readers.
Encourages creativity and original storytelling.
Nurtures emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports literacy with accessible writing style.
