Books like The Orphan Boy
Award winning
Under the Moon & Over the Sea
John Agard, 2002
80 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant Caribbean culture through poetry and narrative.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Engages young readers with rhythmic, expressive language.
Supports language skills and creative thinking.
Under the Moon & Over the Sea
John Agard, 2002
Award winning
Maggie's Chopsticks
Alan Woo, Isabelle Malenfant, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Boosts self-confidence through relatable trials.
Enhances fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.
Maggie's Chopsticks
Alan Woo, Isabelle Malenfant, 2012
Award winning
Kesar and the Lullaby Birds
Aditi Oza, Debasmita Dasgupta, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vivid storytelling.
Introduces soothing bedtime routines with melodic textures.
Enhances vocabulary with enchanting, lyrical prose.
Strengthens bonding during nighttime reading rituals.
Kesar and the Lullaby Birds
Aditi Oza, Debasmita Dasgupta, 2022
Billy Ray Pyle's Style
Janie Spaht Gill, Lori Anderson Wing, 1997
23 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous storyline that captivates young readers. - Illustrates valuable life lessons through lively characters. - Encourages vocabulary expansion and language skills. - Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Billy Ray Pyle's Style
Janie Spaht Gill, Lori Anderson Wing, 1997
A Song of Gladness: A story of hope for us and our planet
Michael Morpurgo, Emily Gravett, 2024
36 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and care for the environment.
Engaging and beautiful illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
A Song of Gladness: A story of hope for us and our planet
Michael Morpurgo, Emily Gravett, 2024
Award winning
Sadoni Squirrel: Superhero: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers (Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories for Young Movers)
Once Upon A Dance, Ethan Roffler, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages physical activity through dance and movement.
Boosts creativity with interactive storytelling.
Strengthens coordination and motor skills development.
Fosters resilience and teamwork in young readers.
Sadoni Squirrel: Superhero: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers (Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories for Young Movers)
Once Upon A Dance, Ethan Roffler, 2021
Award winning
Shamans Nephew
Simon Tookoome, Sheldon Obrman, Sheldon Oberman, 1999
55 pages
Why to read
Celebrates rich Indigenous culture and heritage.
Stimulates empathy and understanding through vivid storytelling.
Enhances awareness of environmental preservation.
Encourages exploration of family and community bonds.
Shamans Nephew
Simon Tookoome, Sheldon Obrman, Sheldon Oberman, 1999
What am I?: In the Bush
Gillian Torckler, Darryl Torckler, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Interactive adventure enhances problem-solving skills.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Introduces wildlife through playful, educational narrative.
Encourages curiosity about natural environments and animals.
