Books like The Puffin Book of Utterly Brilliant Poetry
Award winning
The sly cormorant and the fishes: New adaptations into poetry of the Aesop fables (Viking Kestrel Picture Books)
Brian Patten, 1977
64 pages
Why to read
Creative poetic adaptations of timeless Aesop fables.
Engages children with vibrant, illustrative storytelling.
Cultivates moral reasoning and ethical values.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The sly cormorant and the fishes: New adaptations into poetry of the Aesop fables (Viking Kestrel Picture Books)
Brian Patten, 1977
Impossible Parents Go Green (Sprinters)
Brian Patten, Arthur Robins, 1994
64 pages
Why to read
Promotes environmental awareness in an engaging way.
Encourages family collaboration on green projects.
Humorous storyline that captures children's imagination.
Supports development of ecological responsibility.

Impossible Parents Go Green (Sprinters)
Brian Patten, Arthur Robins, 1994
Award winning
Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Captivating antics ensure engaging, enjoyable reading.
Showcases friendship and teamwork dynamics.
Encourages creative problem-solving through humorous challenges.
Ideal for enhancing young readers' engagement and comprehension.

Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce, 2022
Award winning
The Ring of Words : An Anthology of Poetry for Children
Roger Mcgough, 2007
160 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through engaging, thoughtfully selected poems.
Stimulates imagination and creativity in young minds.
Encourages emotional expression and sensitivity.
Ideal for shared reading, bonding over timeless verses.

The Ring of Words : An Anthology of Poetry for Children
Roger Mcgough, 2007
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.

The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
K Is in Trouble (A Graphic Novel)
Gary Clement, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging graphic novel format enhances visual literacy.
Encourages empathy through character challenges and growth.
Stimulates imagination, essential for creative development.
Supports language skills with accessible, vibrant dialogue.

K Is in Trouble (A Graphic Novel)
Gary Clement, 2024
Award winning
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Classic tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
Rich, vivid descriptions enhance visual thinking.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
Award winning
Geronimo Stilton Reporter #9: The Mask of Rat Jit-su (9) (Geronimo Stilton Reporter Graphic Novels)
Geronimo Stilton, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Characters encourage resilience and problem-solving skills.
Graphic novel format engages reluctant readers.
Enhances visual literacy and storytelling abilities.
