Books like Small Knight and George and the Pirates
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.

The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
Award winning
Room on the Broom
Julia Donaldson, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging witch and animal characters foster friendship values.
Rhyming text enhances phonetic awareness and reading skills.
Encourages teamwork through captivating magical adventures.
Illustrations complement text, improving comprehension and interest.

Room on the Broom
Julia Donaldson, 2001
Award winning
How I Became a Pirate
Melinda Long, 2003
44 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story fosters imagination and creative thinking.
Colorful characters enhance engagement and empathy.
Encourages dialogue about moral and ethical decisions.
Interactive, lively narrative boosts reading skills.

How I Became a Pirate
Melinda Long, 2003
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Kate Dicamillo, 2006
228 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of love, loss, and hope.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Stimulates imagination through vivid storytelling.
Encourages resilience and personal growth.

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Kate Dicamillo, 2006
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with giant adventures.
Encourages empathy through unique character connections.
Enhances vocabulary with whimsical language.
Supports problem-solving skills, critical thinking.

The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
Award winning
Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior: From Seeds to Swords: An Unofficial Minecraft Adventure (Volume 2)
Cube Kid, 2016
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure sparks imagination and creativity.
Builds problem-solving skills through game-based challenges.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances strategic thinking in a fun way.

Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior: From Seeds to Swords: An Unofficial Minecraft Adventure (Volume 2)
Cube Kid, 2016
Award winning
The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
100 pages
Why to read
Captures pioneering spirit and historical American lifestyle.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character development.
Supports understanding of familial and societal roles.
Engages young readers with vivid, descriptive storytelling.
