Books like The very good dinosaur
Award winning
Crocodile!
Mick Inkpen, 1993
12 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous narrative sparks curiosity and excitement. - Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork. - Enhances vocabulary and understanding of emotions. - Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Crocodile!
Mick Inkpen, 1993
Award winning
Jesus and Zacchaeus: The Magpie's Tale (Animal Tales)
Mick Inkpen, Mick Butterworth, Nick, Inkpen, Mick Butterworth, Nick, Inkpen, 1988
25 pages
Why to read
Engaging retelling of a classic biblical story through animals.
Teaches moral lessons and the value of forgiveness.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
Jesus and Zacchaeus: The Magpie's Tale (Animal Tales)
Mick Inkpen, Mick Butterworth, Nick, Inkpen, Mick Butterworth, Nick, Inkpen, 1988
Award winning
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
113 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling adventures.
Enhances empathy through relatable sibling dynamics.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.
Encourages shared reading with captivating storytelling.
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
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.
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Einstein the Penguin
Iona Rangeley, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters curiosity and imagination.
Characters teach resilience and friendship values.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
Einstein the Penguin
Iona Rangeley, 2022
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.
