Books like The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Charlotte's Web: 70th Anniversary Edition (A Puffin Book)
E.B. White, Martin Thiselton, 2018
248 pages
Why to read
Classic tale of friendship, loyalty, and life’s cycles.
Enhances empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Encourages emotional development and moral reasoning.
Timeless narrative, vividly capturing children's imaginations.
Charlotte's Web: 70th Anniversary Edition (A Puffin Book)
E.B. White, Martin Thiselton, 2018
Award winning
The Magician's Elephant
Kate Dicamillo, 2009
201 pages
Why to read
Encourages belief in the impossible through magical storytelling.
Strengthens empathy and understanding via diverse character encounters.
Enhances problem-solving through complex, engaging plot twists.
Supports emotional development and resilience in young readers.
The Magician's Elephant
Kate Dicamillo, 2009
Award winning
Classics
The Tale of Despereaux
Kate Dicamillo, 2003
247 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and resilience through Despereaux's adventures.
Enhances empathy with relatable, diverse character experiences.
Stimulates imagination with rich, descriptive storytelling.
Supports moral development with clear ethical dilemmas.
The Tale of Despereaux
Kate Dicamillo, 2003
Award winning
La La La: A Story of Hope
Kate Dicamillo, 2017
70 pages
Why to read
Promotes resilience and hope through captivating illustrations.
Encourages emotional expression and empathy in children.
Simple, lyrical text ideal for early readers.
Fosters imagination and independent thinking.
La La La: A Story of Hope
Kate Dicamillo, 2017
Award winning
Bink & Gollie: Two for One
Kate Dicamillo, Alison Mcghee, 2012
80 pages
Why to read
Showcases the joy of friendship and cooperation.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages resilience and creative solutions.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.
Bink & Gollie: Two for One
Kate Dicamillo, Alison Mcghee, 2012
Award winning
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Features lovable, relatable characters fostering empathy and connection.
Stimulates problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming holiday story sparking festive spirit.
Encourages kindness and generous community values.
Engaging illustrations enhance visual literacy.
Ideal read for family bonding during holidays.
