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Ms LaGrange Is Strange!
Dan Gutman, 2005
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous story promotes joy in reading.
Enhances vocabulary through playful word usage.
Encourages curiosity and creative problem-solving.
Supports comprehension skills development.
Ms LaGrange Is Strange!
Dan Gutman, 2005
Award winning
The Adventures of Miss Petitfour
Anne Michaels, 2015
144 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity with whimsical storytelling and adventures.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.
Fosters empathy, highlighting diverse emotions and responses.
Encourages independence with protagonist's self-reliant adventures.
The Adventures of Miss Petitfour
Anne Michaels, 2015
Award winning
Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas
Pamela Ehrenberg, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Fuses cultural traditions in a delightful, relatable story.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusivity.
Stimulates curiosity about different cultures through cuisine.
Encourages family bonding and cooperative problem-solving.
Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas
Pamela Ehrenberg, 2017
Award winning
Princess Furball
Charlotte S. Huck, Anita Lobel, 1994
40 pages
Why to read
Cinderella-like tale enhances cultural literacy.
Encourages resilience, independence through relatable protagonist.
Fosters vocabulary expansion and cognitive skills.
Ideal for family-shared reading moments.
Princess Furball
Charlotte S. Huck, Anita Lobel, 1994
Award winning
Florentine and Pig and the Spooky Forest Adventure
Eva Katzler, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and adventure.
Characters teach valuable lessons on bravery and friendship.
Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving elements.
Encourages shared reading and family bonding.
Florentine and Pig and the Spooky Forest Adventure
Eva Katzler, 2014
Oxford Reading Tree
Roderick Hunt, Jacquie Buttriss, Ann Callander, 1990
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging stories enhance language skills and vocabulary.
Diverse characters foster empathy and cultural understanding.
Encourages independent reading and boosts confidence.
Supports curriculum learning objectives effectively.
Oxford Reading Tree
Roderick Hunt, Jacquie Buttriss, Ann Callander, 1990
Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
The Door by the Staircase
Katherine Marsh, 2016
288 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale blending magic with historical elements.
Strengthens resilience through captivating adventures.
Enhances creative thinking and empathy.
Suitable for independent or family reading time.
