Books like Staying In
What the Wind Can Do
Lucy Smith, 2021
16 pages
Why to read
Explores natural elements through engaging storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about weather and its effects.
Supports development of observational skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
What the Wind Can Do
Lucy Smith, 2021
Bug Club Phonics - Phase 2 Unit 5: Get Fit
Lucy Smith, 2021
8 pages
Why to read
Engaging phonics-based activities for early reading skills.
Enhances letter-sound recognition, vital for literacy development.
Fun narrative encourages children's physical activity.
Supports parental involvement in child's learning journey.
Bug Club Phonics - Phase 2 Unit 5: Get Fit
Lucy Smith, 2021
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 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.
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
The 156-Storey Treehouse: Festive Frolics and Sneaky Snowmen
Andy Griffiths, 2023
368 pages
Why to read
Expands creativity with engaging, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills through captivating narrative.
Fosters problem-solving abilities with playful challenges.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading times.
The 156-Storey Treehouse: Festive Frolics and Sneaky Snowmen
Andy Griffiths, 2023
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
The Imaginary Alphabet
Sylvie Daigneault, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances alphabetic and phonetic awareness creatively.
Fosters imagination and inventive thinking in children.
Characters inspire empathy and emotional development.
Interactive experience strengthens parent-child bonding.
The Imaginary Alphabet
Sylvie Daigneault, 2023
Grandad's Magic Torch: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Jill Atkins, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
Boosts imagination with enchanting adventures.
Encourages critical thinking through plot challenges.
Supports development of reading independence.
Engages young readers with relatable characters.
