Books like The Ghost of Goose Island (MERCER MAYER'S LC & THE CRITTER KIDS)
Showdown at the Arcade (Lc and the Critter Kids)
Erica Farber, Mercer Mayer, John R. Sansevere, 1994
66 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach valuable lessons in teamwork and friendship.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances family bonding.

Showdown at the Arcade (Lc and the Critter Kids)
Erica Farber, Mercer Mayer, John R. Sansevere, 1994
Award winning
Mercer Mayer's LC + The Critter Kids: Showdown at the Arcade (My teacher is a Vampire)
Erica Farber, John R. Sansevere, Mercer Mayer, J. R. Sansevere, 1994
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging story blends adventure with everyday school life.
Encourages creativity through imaginative vampire-themed plot.
Supports development of problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Ideal for family reading, strengthens literacy and bonding.

Mercer Mayer's LC + The Critter Kids: Showdown at the Arcade (My teacher is a Vampire)
Erica Farber, John R. Sansevere, Mercer Mayer, J. R. Sansevere, 1994
Award winning
Kiss of the Mermaid (Mercer Mayer's Critters of the Night / Step into Reading, Step 3)
Erica Farber, John R. Sansevere, J. R. Sansevere, 1996
47 pages
Why to read
Engaging underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Characters inspire imagination and foster empathy.
Encourages problem-solving skills through narrative challenges.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bond.

Kiss of the Mermaid (Mercer Mayer's Critters of the Night / Step into Reading, Step 3)
Erica Farber, John R. Sansevere, J. R. Sansevere, 1996
Seagulls Don't Eat Pickles
Erica Farber, E.S. Farber, Jason Beene, 2013
155 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure sparks creativity and curiosity.
Builds empathy through diverse, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Balances entertainment with educational value.

Seagulls Don't Eat Pickles
Erica Farber, E.S. Farber, Jason Beene, 2013
Award winning
The Shadow Who Lost Its Boy
Josie Costa, Danang Tama, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative exploring friendship and resilience.
Fosters emotional intelligence and self-discovery in children.
Encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Designed for enjoyable parent-child reading sessions.

The Shadow Who Lost Its Boy
Josie Costa, Danang Tama, 2023
Ladybird Key Words Reading Scheme: Series C, No. 9
W. Murray, 1987
56 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through structured phonetic progression.
Boosts reading confidence with familiar scenarios.
Supports comprehension skills, critical for early literacy.
Encourages independent reading with simple, engaging stories.

Ladybird Key Words Reading Scheme: Series C, No. 9
W. Murray, 1987
Ten Minutes to Bed: Happy Halloween!
Ladybird, Rhiannon Fielding, 2024
10 pages
Why to read
Festive, engaging Halloween adventure for young readers.
Teaches time management and bedtime routine importance.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual stimulation.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading time.

Ten Minutes to Bed: Happy Halloween!
Ladybird, Rhiannon Fielding, 2024
The Elephant's Shoes
Charity Yoder, 2019
44 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale encourages empathy and emotional development.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Simple, rhythmic text aids early reading skills.
Addresses resilience and perseverance through storytelling.
