Books like The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Award winning
The Arabian Nights by Kate Douglas Wiggin (Illustrated)
Kate Douglas Wiggin, Nora Archibald Smith, 2024
368 pages
Why to read
Richly imaginative tales, sparking creativity in young readers.
Illustrations enhance storytelling, ensuring deeper engagement.
Encourages cultural awareness and appreciation of diversity.
Supports development of language and narrative skills.
The Arabian Nights by Kate Douglas Wiggin (Illustrated)
Kate Douglas Wiggin, Nora Archibald Smith, 2024
Award winning
The Servant and the Water Princess (Read-It! Chapter Books: Historical Tales)
Jessica Gunderson, 2009
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires empathy and cultural understanding.
Enhances historical knowledge and awareness.
Encourages respect and value for diversity.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
The Servant and the Water Princess (Read-It! Chapter Books: Historical Tales)
Jessica Gunderson, 2009
Award winning
The Legend of the Vampire (Legend Has It)
Thomas Kingsley Troupe, Terry Flaherty, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting vampire legend adventure sparks imagination.
Characters display courage, friendship, and curiosity.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative enhances reading enjoyment.
The Legend of the Vampire (Legend Has It)
Thomas Kingsley Troupe, Terry Flaherty, 2010
Award winning
The Incredible Rockhead vs Papercut! (Graphic Sparks)
Scott Nickel, 2010
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, action-packed graphics engage young readers.
Enhances visual literacy and sequential reasoning.
Encourages resilience through humorous superhero challenges.
Ideal for shared reading, builds family bonds.
The Incredible Rockhead vs Papercut! (Graphic Sparks)
Scott Nickel, 2010
Award winning
Flap-and-Tab Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, 2004
384 pages
Why to read
Interactive flaps and tabs engage young readers' curiosity.
Simplified Bible stories nurture early faith development.
Supports language and cognitive growth through storytelling.
Encourages bonding during shared parent-child reading times.
Flap-and-Tab Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, 2004
God Made (First Prayer Series)
Anonymous, Rogers, Stephanie Longfoot, 1983
12 pages
Why to read
Introduces young children to concept of prayer gently.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Simple, rhythmic text suitable for early developmental stages.
Encourages gratitude and mindfulness in children.
God Made (First Prayer Series)
Anonymous, Rogers, Stephanie Longfoot, 1983
Fables
Anonymous, A Gruie, 2013
88 pages
Why to read
Timeless fables offering valuable life lessons.
Enhances moral reasoning and ethical understanding.
Stimulates imagination through animal-based stories.
Ideal for bedtime reading and discussion.
Fables
Anonymous, A Gruie, 2013
Award winning
The Adventures in Odyssey Bible: Includes the Entire Text of the International Children's Bible (Focus on the Family)
Anonymous, 1994
1585 pages
Why to read
Incorporates full text of the International Children's Bible.
Enhances biblical knowledge with engaging adventures.
Supports moral and ethical development.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
