Books like Simon Sock
Award winning
Barry the Fish with Fingers and the Hairy Scary Monster
Sue Hendra, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative sparks imagination and creativity.
Barry’s adventures teach important problem-solving skills.
Captivating illustrations enhance visual stimulation.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.
Barry the Fish with Fingers and the Hairy Scary Monster
Sue Hendra, 2011
Award winning
Wanda and the Alien to the Rescue
Sue Hendra, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and friendship through adventurous storytelling.
Enhances language skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diversity.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Wanda and the Alien to the Rescue
Sue Hendra, 2013
Upsydown Town
Sue Hendra, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging, upside-down world captures children's imagination.
Encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters navigate challenges, teaching resilience.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Upsydown Town
Sue Hendra, 2004
Clothes
Sue Hendra, Paul Linnet, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Colorful, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Explores creativity through fun clothing adventures.
Supports vocabulary growth related to clothing.
Encourages self-expression and individuality in children.
Clothes
Sue Hendra, Paul Linnet, 2018
Award winning
Bob Books: Cupcake Surprise!
Sue Hendra, Lynn Maslen Kertell, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot encourages joy in early reading.
Simple text boosts confidence in beginner readers.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Supports language skills and comprehension development.
Bob Books: Cupcake Surprise!
Sue Hendra, Lynn Maslen Kertell, 2012
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
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.
