Books like Stink
Award winning
Ramona the Pest
Beverly Cleary, Stockard Channing, Jacqueline Rogers, Tracy Arah Dockray, Louis Darling, 1968
240 pages
Why to read
Captures childhood challenges with humor and authenticity.
Encourages resilience and perseverance through relatable scenarios.
Strengthens reading skills and emotional understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Ramona the Pest
Beverly Cleary, Stockard Channing, Jacqueline Rogers, Tracy Arah Dockray, Louis Darling, 1968
Award winning
How to Hug a Pufferfish
Ellie Peterson, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bonding.
How to Hug a Pufferfish
Ellie Peterson, 2022
Award winning
Julian Rodriguez, Episode One: Trash Crisis on Earth
Alexander Stadler, 2008
128 pages
Why to read
Humorous tale with engaging alien protagonist.
Encourages environmental awareness and responsibility.
Supports imaginative thinking and creativity.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.
Julian Rodriguez, Episode One: Trash Crisis on Earth
Alexander Stadler, 2008
Award winning
Flawed Dogs: The Novel: The Shocking Raid on Westminster
Berkeley Breathed, 2003
224 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale championing resilience and friendship.
Humorous, whimsical storytelling sparks imagination.
Highlights importance of compassion and loyalty.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards others.
Flawed Dogs: The Novel: The Shocking Raid on Westminster
Berkeley Breathed, 2003
Award winning
EllRay Jakes Is a Rock Star!
Sally Warner, Jamie Harper, 2011
116 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and self-confidence.
Encourages resilience and personal growth in young readers.
Supports social skills development through relatable scenarios.
Vibrant, engaging narrative keeps children captivated.
EllRay Jakes Is a Rock Star!
Sally Warner, Jamie Harper, 2011
Mrs Kormel Is Not Normal!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2006
96 pages
Why to read
Engages children with humorous, unconventional school adventures.
Features relatable characters, fostering emotional connections.
Encourages creative problem-solving throughout the story.
Ideal for improving reading skills and focus.
Mrs Kormel Is Not Normal!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2006
Vitello Gets a Yucky Girlfriend
Kim Fupz Aakeson, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling nurtures children's imagination.
Characters exemplify resilience and emotional growth.
Stimulates discussions on relationships and empathy.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
Vitello Gets a Yucky Girlfriend
Kim Fupz Aakeson, 2009
Award winning
Project Best Friend (Penelope Perfect Book 1)
Chrissie Perry, Hardie Grant, Marta Kissi, Hardie Grant Egmont, 2015
144 pages
Why to read
Addresses friendship dynamics and challenges.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Boosts confidence in managing school social scenarios.
Engaging narrative fosters a love for reading.
