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Award winning
Dragons
John Malam, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey with mythical dragons.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging storytelling.
Supports developmental understanding of friendship and teamwork.

Dragons
John Malam, 2009
Award winning
Cinder the Bubble Blowing Dragon
Erson, Jessica Anderson, 2006
123 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through Cinder's unique bubble-blowing ability.
Encourages teamwork and friendship in problem-solving.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative.
Builds empathy through character-driven storyline.

Cinder the Bubble Blowing Dragon
Erson, Jessica Anderson, 2006
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
I Am a Dragon!
Sabina Hahn, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, captivating illustrations spark children's visual curiosity.
Adventure-driven story enhances problem-solving skills.
Build empathy and friendship understanding.
Encourages creativity through fantasy play.

I Am a Dragon!
Sabina Hahn, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
113 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling adventures.
Enhances empathy through relatable sibling dynamics.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.
Encourages shared reading with captivating storytelling.

The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages positive values like friendship and bravery.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224
Why to read
Engages with humor, perfect for young readers.
Encourages creativity and original storytelling.
Nurtures emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports literacy with accessible writing style.
