Books like The Secret under the Whirlpool
Award winning
Animal Tails
Sarah Froggatt, 2012
48 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant animal characters.
Enhances knowledge about diverse animal behaviors.
Encourages empathy through animal perspectives.
Supports vocabulary expansion with descriptive language.

Animal Tails
Sarah Froggatt, 2012
Night Of The Medlar (The Medlar Trilogy Book 1)
Amy Brooke, Agnes-Mary Brooke, 1992
143 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a thrilling, mysterious storyline.
Introduces relatable, dynamic characters for young readers.
Encourages critical thinking through problem-solving adventures.
Blends fun with learning, enhancing literacy and focus.

Night Of The Medlar (The Medlar Trilogy Book 1)
Amy Brooke, Agnes-Mary Brooke, 1992
Mr. Giant and the Beastly Baron (Happy Ever After)
Tony Bradman, 2014
44 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure tale boosts imagination and creativity.
Teaches values of friendship and courage.
Supports development of empathy and moral reasoning.
Interactive reading, perfect for family bonding time.

Mr. Giant and the Beastly Baron (Happy Ever After)
Tony Bradman, 2014
Award winning
Monsters Love School
Mike Austin, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Monsters Love School is a fun and playful take on the traditional school story, featuring lovable monster characters that kids will adore.
The book encourages children to embrace their individuality and celebrates the diversity of the monster students at the school.
The story promotes the importance of friendship, teamwork, and collaboration, showing how the monsters work together to achieve their goals.
The illustrations are colorful, engaging, and full of humor, bringing the monster world to life in a way that kids will love.

Monsters Love School
Mike Austin, 2014
Award winning
JUST JUNIPER: The First Adventure
Irene Hernández, Silvia María de la Fé, 2022
101 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through adventure and exploration.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Ideal for engaging family reading sessions.

JUST JUNIPER: The First Adventure
Irene Hernández, Silvia María de la Fé, 2022
Curiosity Dyed the Cat
Shawnee Kostal, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Fosters curiosity and creative thinking in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children’s attention.
Encourages exploration and questioning, essential for development.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Curiosity Dyed the Cat
Shawnee Kostal, 2023
THE BURIED MOON
Amanda Walsh, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure stimulates children's imagination and curiosity.
Enhances emotional intelligence through character empathy.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

THE BURIED MOON
Amanda Walsh, 1991
Award winning
Kingdom: Savage Safari
Nam Nguyen, 2010
48 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story sparks imagination and thrill.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Enhances knowledge on wildlife and natural habitats.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
