Books like Torrent!
Award winning
Lost in the Storm
Carol Carrick, Donald Carrick, Paddy Bouma, 1995
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale, captivating young readers' imaginations.
Highlights resilience, courage in face of challenges.
Enhances emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Ideal for parent-child bonding during reading time.

Lost in the Storm
Carol Carrick, Donald Carrick, Paddy Bouma, 1995
Award winning
Touch
Nick Rebman, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Interactive book that enhances sensory development.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Supports language skills and cognitive growth.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

Touch
Nick Rebman, 2022
Scorby
Smita Bernadet Kujur, 2019
90 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship and teamwork in engaging ways.
Enhances vocabulary through playful and creative language.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Perfect for a fun and meaningful family reading time.

Scorby
Smita Bernadet Kujur, 2019
SANDY SIMMONS BIND UP 1 (Stevie Silver)
Jean Ure, 2006
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging narratives foster imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exhibit resilience and perseverance, ideal for youth.
Enhances problem-solving skills through captivating storylines.
Combines humor and learning, making reading enjoyable.

SANDY SIMMONS BIND UP 1 (Stevie Silver)
Jean Ure, 2006
Running Into Darkness (Passages to Adventure)
Anne E. Schraff, 2001
107 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates kids’ imagination and curiosity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork in adversity.
Enhances critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.

Running Into Darkness (Passages to Adventure)
Anne E. Schraff, 2001
Award winning
Denver
David Mckee, 2010
123 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Ideal for parent-child bonding during storytime.

Denver
David Mckee, 2010
Award winning
I Am ddAea
Etta B Harbin, Blueberry Illustrations, 2020
30 pages
Why to read
Boosts creativity through unique, imaginative storytelling.
Characters demonstrate resilience and problem-solving skills.
Encourages parent-child discussions on overcoming obstacles.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.

I Am ddAea
Etta B Harbin, Blueberry Illustrations, 2020
Monkey
Veronica Bennett, 1998
200 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach resilience and problem-solving.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
