Books like The Mystery of the Fishy Canoe
Award winning
Katie Woo and Her Big Ideas
Fran Manushkin, Tammie Lyon, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging, relatable stories for early readers.
Encourages creativity and confidence in problem-solving.
Highlights importance of friendship and collaboration.
Supports language development and self-expression.
Katie Woo and Her Big Ideas
Fran Manushkin, Tammie Lyon, 2013
Award winning
Firefighter Kayla (Katie Woo)
Fran Manushkin, Manushkin, Fran, Zarrin, Laura, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires bravery and community service values.
Enhances understanding of teamwork and responsibility.
Engaging and lively storytelling.
Supports developmental milestones in young readers.
Firefighter Kayla (Katie Woo)
Fran Manushkin, Manushkin, Fran, Zarrin, Laura, 2021
It Doesn't Need to Rhyme, Katie: Writing a Poem with Katie Woo (Katie Woo: Star Writer)
Fran Manushkin, Tammie Lyon, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through poetry writing with Katie Woo.
Encourages self-expression and linguistic skills in young readers.
Provides relatable scenarios for children to learn from.
Supports literacy and cognitive development in a fun way.
It Doesn't Need to Rhyme, Katie: Writing a Poem with Katie Woo (Katie Woo: Star Writer)
Fran Manushkin, Tammie Lyon, 2013
The Mystery of the Haunted Scarecrow
Tammie Lyon, Emma Allen, Fran Manushkin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engages with suspenseful, mysterious storytelling.
Fosters creativity and deductive reasoning skills.
Characters display teamwork and bravery.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Mystery of the Haunted Scarecrow
Tammie Lyon, Emma Allen, Fran Manushkin, 2022
Pop it in the Sack & Go, Ken, Go!
Robin Twiddy, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with vibrant, dynamic illustrations. - Encourages exploration and adventure through storytelling. - Supports language development and vocabulary expansion. - Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Pop it in the Sack & Go, Ken, Go!
Robin Twiddy, 2022
The cat flap: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5 Set 2b)
Paul George, 2023
20 pages
Why to read
Enhances phonetic skills through playful storytelling.
Boosts vocabulary and reading fluency.
Supports independent reading confidence.
Engages young readers with delightful illustrations.
The cat flap: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5 Set 2b)
Paul George, 2023
Meet the Mini-Mammals: A Night at the Natural History Museum
Melissa Stewart, Emma O’Neill, Brian Lies, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure in a magical museum setting.
Introduces children to diverse mini-mammal species.
Enhances knowledge of natural history and science.
Encourages curiosity and lifelong learning in young readers.
Meet the Mini-Mammals: A Night at the Natural History Museum
Melissa Stewart, Emma O’Neill, Brian Lies, 2025
Happy Gift Day to You
Emma Clarkson, Andy Nonamus, Amy Jindra, 2024
128 pages
Why to read
Celebrates giving, enhances understanding of sharing. - Engaging storyline, fosters emotional growth. - Encourages creativity and imaginative play. - Colorful illustrations, captivates young readers.
