Books like The Hare and the Tortoise: First Reading Level 4
Reading Champion: Dick Whittington: Independent Reading Orange 6
Sarah Snashall, Emma Allen (illustrator) Sarah Snashall (author), 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Classic folklore reimagined for modern young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and reading confidence.
Stimulates imagination through adventurous storytelling.
Supports development of empathy and resilience.

Reading Champion: Dick Whittington: Independent Reading Orange 6
Sarah Snashall, Emma Allen (illustrator) Sarah Snashall (author), 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
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
The Good Egg
Jory John, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes self-care and importance of healthy boundaries.
Illustrates managing stress in relatable, humorous ways.
Supports emotional and social development in children.
Encourages discussion about feelings and mental health.

The Good Egg
Jory John, 2019
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.

The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
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 Princess in Black and the Giant Problem
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of bravery and teamwork.
Enhances self-confidence through relatable heroine.
Encourages resolving conflicts with creativity.
Ideal for shared reading and discussions.

The Princess in Black and the Giant Problem
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2020
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.
