Books like Steam Train, Dream Train
Award winning
Let's Do Everything and Nothing
Julia Kuo, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the joy of shared moments and adventures.
Highlights the beauty of balance between activity and rest.
Encourages imaginative play and appreciation of simplicity.
Lovely illustrations complement the serene, heartwarming narrative.
Let's Do Everything and Nothing
Julia Kuo, 2022
Award winning
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creative thinking and imagination.
Humorous narrative, ideal for enjoyable family reading time.
Teaches important lessons about responsibility and decision-making.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold children’s attention.
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
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
Ten-Word Tiny Tales
Joseph Coelho, Alex T. Smith, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through concise, imaginative storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, carefully chosen language.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy development.
Ideal for quick, engaging read-aloud sessions.
Ten-Word Tiny Tales
Joseph Coelho, Alex T. Smith, 2023
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
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
The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through enchanting, magical adventures.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging storyline.
Encourages exploration of emotions and relationships.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
The Magic Faraway Tree: Book 2
Enid Blyton, 2020
Award winning
Hide and Shh!: A Not-So-Sneaky Sister Story About Inclusion
Christina Dendy, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusivity and acceptance among siblings and friends.
Highlights problem-solving through playful sibling dynamics.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Engaging narrative that sparks conversations about fairness.
