Books like The Railway Children: Guided Reading Pack (Young Reading Series Two)
Eric the Liontamer
Rachel Elliott, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces teamwork and leadership through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving skills and emotional understanding.
Engaging narrative encourages regular reading habits.

Eric the Liontamer
Rachel Elliott, 2004
Award winning
19: Five Go To Demon's Rocks (Famous Five) by Enid Blyton (1998-10-14)
Enid Blyton, 1961
144 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline enhances imaginative thinking.
Encourages teamwork and friendship among characters.
Cultivates curiosity and problem-solving skills.
Timeless narrative, enjoyable across generations.

19: Five Go To Demon's Rocks (Famous Five) by Enid Blyton (1998-10-14)
Enid Blyton, 1961
Award winning
The Adventures of Tintin
Hergé, 2000
1648 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant cultures and history globally.
Develops curiosity and knowledge about diverse geographies.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through adventurous tales.
Enhances language skills with rich, descriptive narratives.

The Adventures of Tintin
Hergé, 2000
Ladybird Key Words Reading Scheme: Series C, No. 9
W. Murray, 1987
56 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through structured phonetic progression.
Boosts reading confidence with familiar scenarios.
Supports comprehension skills, critical for early literacy.
Encourages independent reading with simple, engaging stories.

Ladybird Key Words Reading Scheme: Series C, No. 9
W. Murray, 1987
Award winning
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Maya Angelou's resilient, triumphant life story.
Encourages empathy, understanding diverse experiences.
Empowers children with themes of courage and hope.
Educational insight into historical and cultural contexts.

The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
Reading Corner: Oggy and The Dinosaur (Reading Corner Grade 1)
Damian Harvey, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Engages early readers with captivating dinosaur adventures.
Supports language development and reading comprehension skills.
Encourages imagination and curiosity about history.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Reading Corner: Oggy and The Dinosaur (Reading Corner Grade 1)
Damian Harvey, 2004
Award winning
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer #3: The Birthday Boy (Easy Reader Classics: the Adventures of Tom Sawyer)
Mark Twain, Catherine Nichols, Amy June Bates, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters imagination with adventurous and engaging storyline.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills for young readers.
Teaches values like friendship, courage, and responsibility.
Ideal for shared reading sessions between parents and children.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer #3: The Birthday Boy (Easy Reader Classics: the Adventures of Tom Sawyer)
Mark Twain, Catherine Nichols, Amy June Bates, 2007
Award winning
Classics
Benny Uncovers a Mystery (The Boxcar Children Mysteries)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, David Cunningham, 1976
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stimulates problem-solving skills.
Enhances critical thinking through plot twists.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Stimulates imagination with suspenseful, captivating narrative.
