Books like The Giver (Giver Quartet, Book 1)
Award winning
The Willoughbys
Lois Lowry, 2008
176 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of old-fashioned yet quirky siblings.
Encourages teamwork, resourcefulness, and self-reliance.
Reflects family dynamics and individual growth.
Engages readers through humor and whimsy.
The Willoughbys
Lois Lowry, 2008
Award winning
Gooney Bird on the Map (Gooney Bird Greene) (Gooney Bird Greene, 5)
Lois Lowry, 2011
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling promotes curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify resilience and resourcefulness.
Enhances geographic knowledge and map-reading skills.
Supports development of language and communication abilities.
Gooney Bird on the Map (Gooney Bird Greene) (Gooney Bird Greene, 5)
Lois Lowry, 2011
Shining On: 11 Star Authors' Illuminating Stories
Lois Lowry, Meg Cabot, 2007
176 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through diverse, compelling narratives.
Features engaging journeys of self-discovery and resilience.
Supports emotional and social development in young readers.
Encourages empathy through relatable and complex characters.
Shining On: 11 Star Authors' Illuminating Stories
Lois Lowry, Meg Cabot, 2007
Award winning
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Classic tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
Rich, vivid descriptions enhance visual thinking.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
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
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.
