Books like The Story of Clifford
Award winning
The Maniacal Mischief of the Marauding Monsters
Meredith Rusu, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging narrative encourages creative thinking.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, resilience, and empathy.
Adventure theme enhances problem-solving skills.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.
The Maniacal Mischief of the Marauding Monsters
Meredith Rusu, 2023
Award winning
The Horrifyingly Haunted Hack-A-Ween
Meredith Rusu, 2020
64 pages
Why to read
Spooky, engaging narrative enhances imagination and creativity.
Characters display teamwork, build empathy and social skills.
Introduces problem-solving in exciting, accessible ways.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching parent-child bonding.
The Horrifyingly Haunted Hack-A-Ween
Meredith Rusu, 2020
Award winning
Legend of the Brown Ninja (LEGO Ninjago: Chapter Book)
Meredith Rusu, 2016
80 pages
Why to read
Action-packed adventure enhances quick decision-making skills.
Encourages creativity through building and storytelling.
Builds empathy, teamwork through engaging character dynamics.
Supports literacy with manageable chapters for young readers.
Legend of the Brown Ninja (LEGO Ninjago: Chapter Book)
Meredith Rusu, 2016
Dog Man 11: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks imagination and creativity. - Builds empathy through engaging character dynamics. - Encourages resilience and teamwork in problem-solving. - Fun, educational content that supports literacy skills.
Dog Man 11: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Oi Frog! 10th Anniversary Edition
Kes Gray, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Rhyming text enhances phonetic awareness and early reading skills.
Engaging animal characters captivate and maintain young readers' interest.
Encourages creativity through whimsical, situational humor.
Reinforces language patterns, crucial for cognitive development.
Oi Frog! 10th Anniversary Edition
Kes Gray, 2024
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
The Cat Who Couldn't Be Bothered
Jack Kurland, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Humorous tale encourages laughter and joy.
Teaches values of perseverance and curiosity.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
