Books like Stanley at Sea
Award winning
Stanley at School
Linda Bailey, Bill Slavin, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Relatable scenarios nurture empathy and social skills.
Encourages creativity in solving everyday challenges.
Perfect for family reading, strengthens bonds.
Stanley at School
Linda Bailey, Bill Slavin, 2015
Award winning
Toads on Toast
Linda Bailey, Colin Jack, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story promotes creative problem-solving skills.
Vibrant illustrations capture children’s attention effectively.
Encourages empathy through character interactions.
Ideal for family shared reading moments.
Toads on Toast
Linda Bailey, Colin Jack, 2012
Award winning
My Sailing Dream
Will Johnson, William Johnson, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative boosts imagination and creativity.
Introduces marine life and sailing terminology to young readers.
Encourages perseverance and goal-setting through storytelling.
Engages children, ideal for family read-aloud sessions.
My Sailing Dream
Will Johnson, William Johnson, 2023
Snorgh and the Sailor (ne)
Will Buckingham, Thomas Docherty, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks children's creativity and curiosity.
Builds empathy through character interactions and friendships.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills effectively.
Encourages resilience and innovative thinking in young readers.
Snorgh and the Sailor (ne)
Will Buckingham, Thomas Docherty, 2012
Award winning
Mermaid Dreams
Mark Sperring, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through vibrant underwater scenes.
Teaches value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages children to follow their dreams.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
Mermaid Dreams
Mark Sperring, 2006
Award winning
There Was an Old Sailor
Claire Saxby, Cassandra Allen, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, rhythmic retelling of classic 'Old Lady' tale.
Vivid illustrations boost imagination and visual engagement.
Enhances language skills through repetition and rhyme.
Encourages laughter and joy in shared reading moments.
There Was an Old Sailor
Claire Saxby, Cassandra Allen, 2010
Award winning
Mermaids of the Deep Blue Sea (The Boxcar Children Creatures of Legend)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Aimee Lilly, Thomas Girard, Dee Garretson, 2021
144 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks children’s imagination.
Features strong, relatable characters for young readers.
Encourages problem-solving through engaging narratives.
Supports early literacy and cognitive development.
Mermaids of the Deep Blue Sea (The Boxcar Children Creatures of Legend)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Aimee Lilly, Thomas Girard, Dee Garretson, 2021
Award winning
Big Dog and Little Dog Go Sailing (Blue Bananas Level 2)
Selina Young, 1997
48 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey, fosters creativity and curiosity.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention.
Encourages empathy through character interactions.
