Books like Special Places and Whispering Sea Shells
Where is Ben Hiding?
Emily Bolam, Jay Dale, 2023
16 pages
Why to read
Engaging hide-and-seek story sparks curiosity and engagement.
Introduces problem-solving skills through interactive narrative.
Encourages observational skills and attention to detail.
Supports early literacy and language development.

Where is Ben Hiding?
Emily Bolam, Jay Dale, 2023
Yummy! Yummy!: (Engage Literacy Red)
Jay Dale, 2019
16 pages
Why to read
Engaging story promotes fun, interactive family reading time.
Vivid, colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Introduces basic cooking concepts to young readers.
Encourages vocabulary development and recognition of sequences.

Yummy! Yummy!: (Engage Literacy Red)
Jay Dale, 2019
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.

The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
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
The Camper and The Counselor
Jackie Oshry, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters independence through camping adventure themes.
Enhances empathy with diverse, engaging characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Camper and The Counselor
Jackie Oshry, 2023
Gus: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 2)
Paul George, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Enhances phonetic skills through engaging narratives.
Develops early reading abilities effectively.
Vivid illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Tailored for young readers at Level 2 proficiency.

Gus: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 2)
Paul George, 2021
What Feelings Do When No One's Looking
Tina Oziewicz, Aleksandra Zając, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions through engaging, creative storytelling.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-awareness in children.
Illustrations captivate and complement the text wonderfully.
Ideal for bedtime stories and classroom discussions.

What Feelings Do When No One's Looking
Tina Oziewicz, Aleksandra Zając, 2020
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
