Books like The Little Star
The Secret Lives of Two Googly-Eyed Cats
Henrietta MacKenzie, 2021
30 pages
Why to read
Whimsical tale sparking creativity and imagination.
Highlights friendship and teamwork values.
Encourages empathy and understanding through feline adventures.
Perfect for family bonding and interactive read-alouds.

The Secret Lives of Two Googly-Eyed Cats
Henrietta MacKenzie, 2021
Award winning
The Sparkly Bun
Keith Stoeckeler, Lana Lee, 2023
30
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression through colorful illustrations.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills for early readers.
Supports emotional development by exploring friendship themes.
Interactive and engaging, perfect for family reading time.

The Sparkly Bun
Keith Stoeckeler, Lana Lee, 2023
Award winning
Jewel Cavern: Book 18 (Secret Kingdom)
Rosie Banks, 2013
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure for young readers.
Strengthens reading skills and imagination development.
Characters teach valuable friendship and teamwork lessons.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Jewel Cavern: Book 18 (Secret Kingdom)
Rosie Banks, 2013
So Wrong 3: (funny books for 9-12 year olds)
Michael Wagner, Wayne Bryant, 2020
162 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous narrative captivates young readers.
Enhances creative thinking and imagination.
Characters navigate relatable, real-life scenarios.
Encourages independent reading, boosts literacy skills.

So Wrong 3: (funny books for 9-12 year olds)
Michael Wagner, Wayne Bryant, 2020
Award winning
Wake Up Sleepy Head
Mandy Ross, Dubravka Kolanovic, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages morning routines.
Colorful illustrations captivate and delight young readers.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Wake Up Sleepy Head
Mandy Ross, Dubravka Kolanovic, 2005
Award winning
The Tuxedo Ball
Brittany Wilson, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity through engaging narrative.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills for young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding of different perspectives.
Vibrant illustrations complement the captivating story.

The Tuxedo Ball
Brittany Wilson, 2023
Award winning
Show Time
Anna Wilson, Nicola Slater, 2006
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fuels creativity and imagination.
Characters teach values of teamwork and perseverance.
Encourages interaction through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.

Show Time
Anna Wilson, Nicola Slater, 2006
Award winning
Florentine and Pig and the Spooky Forest Adventure
Eva Katzler, Jess Mikhail, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and adventure.
Characters teach valuable lessons on bravery and friendship.
Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving elements.
Encourages shared reading and family bonding.
