Books like The Unlikely Adventures of Mabel Jones
Award winning
This is Not a Bedtime Story
Will Mabbitt, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages creativity and imagination in children.
Challenges traditional story formats, keeps kids guessing.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

This is Not a Bedtime Story
Will Mabbitt, 2016
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.

Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
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
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.

The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with giant adventures.
Encourages empathy through unique character connections.
Enhances vocabulary with whimsical language.
Supports problem-solving skills, critical thinking.
