Books like The Hoys
Oi Puppies!
Kes Gray, Jim Field, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging rhyme scheme boosts phonetic awareness.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language and humor.
Encourages obedience and problem-solving skills.
Interactive narrative fosters emotional intelligence.

Oi Puppies!
Kes Gray, Jim Field, 2019
Torla and Smorla and The Lower Than Average Cloud
Kes Gray, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and imaginative thinking.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Supports emotional development and resilience.
Fosters curiosity about nature and environment.

Torla and Smorla and The Lower Than Average Cloud
Kes Gray, 2024
Award winning
Go Mo Go: Seaside Sprint!: Book 3
Kes Gray, Mo Farah, Marta Kissi, 2018
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure at the seaside, exciting for young readers.
Features teamwork and perseverance themes, ideal for character development.
Vivid illustrations enhance storytelling and captivate attention.
Authored by Olympic champion Mo Farah, inspiring young athletes.

Go Mo Go: Seaside Sprint!: Book 3
Kes Gray, Mo Farah, Marta Kissi, 2018
Daisy and the Trouble with Burglars
Kes Gray, Nick Sharratt, Garry Parsons, 2013
304 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story boosts children's imaginative thinking.
Engaging narrative encourages problem-solving skills.
Daisy's relatable character fosters emotional growth.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading time.

Daisy and the Trouble with Burglars
Kes Gray, Nick Sharratt, Garry Parsons, 2013
Award winning
Quick Quack Quentin
Kes Gray, Jim Field, Jim Field Kes Gray, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story enhances phonics and letter recognition.
Creative narrative fuels imagination in young readers.
Characters face challenges promoting problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Quick Quack Quentin
Kes Gray, Jim Field, Jim Field Kes Gray, 2017
Ready Steady Mo!
Kes Gray, Mo Farah, Marta Kissi, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires active lifestyle through engaging narrative.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Encourages perseverance and goal-setting.
Interactive read-aloud that delights and educates.

Ready Steady Mo!
Kes Gray, Mo Farah, Marta Kissi, 2016
Daisy and the Trouble with Kittens: A Daisy Story
Kes Gray, Nick Sharratt, Garry Parsons, Gary Parsons, 2010
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of Daisy’s kitten-sitting adventure.
Enhances empathy and responsibility in young readers.
Stimulates curiosity and interactive discussions.
Ideal for family reading, building bonding moments.

Daisy and the Trouble with Kittens: A Daisy Story
Kes Gray, Nick Sharratt, Garry Parsons, Gary Parsons, 2010
Award winning
Whiskers the Cat: Five Fun Short Stories
Uncle Amon, Hey Sup Bye Publishing, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales enhancing imagination and creativity.
Characters teach valuable life lessons subtly.
Boosts early literacy and language skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
