Books like Vasilissa the Beautiful: A Russian Folktale
Award winning
Jack Frost: The Guardians of Childhood
William Joyce, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure that sparks imagination.
Introduces themes of bravery and friendship.
Supports development of empathy and resilience.
Beautiful illustrations enhance visual thinking skills.

Jack Frost: The Guardians of Childhood
William Joyce, 2015
Award winning
Operation Bunny
Sally Gardner, 2012
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging magical mystery fosters curiosity and imagination.
Characters model resilience and creative problem-solving.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

Operation Bunny
Sally Gardner, 2012
Award winning
The Sprite Sisters: The Secret of the Towers (Vol 3)
Sheridan Winn, 2012
280 pages
Why to read
Magic, adventure ignite children's imagination.
Sisters’ bond emphasizes teamwork, resilience.
Encourages curiosity, exploration through mystery.
Fun, engaging narrative enhances reading skills.

The Sprite Sisters: The Secret of the Towers (Vol 3)
Sheridan Winn, 2012
Award winning
The Indigo Spell: Bloodlines
Richelle Mead, 2013
401 pages
Why to read
Enthralling magical adventures captivate young readers.
Builds empathy through complex, relatable characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strengthens literacy with engaging narrative style.

The Indigo Spell: Bloodlines
Richelle Mead, 2013
Award winning
All Science You Need Know Before Age 7
Stefano Tognetti, Katie Daynes, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Builds a Strong Foundation: Reading this book can help young children develop a solid understanding of basic scientific concepts, which can be crucial for their future education in science.
Encourages Curiosity: The book is designed to spark curiosity in young minds about the world around them, promoting a love for learning and exploration.
Age-Appropriate Content: The information is presented in a way that is accessible and engaging for children under the age of 7, making learning fun and appropriate for their developmental stage.
Interactive Learning: The book may include interactive elements such as simple experiments, activities, or questions that can help children engage with the material and apply what they learn in a hands-on manner.

All Science You Need Know Before Age 7
Stefano Tognetti, Katie Daynes, 2020
Award winning
Magic Tree House Series
Mary Pope Osborne, 2005
70 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled stories enhance kids' historical and cultural knowledge.
Encourages vocabulary expansion and language skills.
Accessible content tailored for young independent readers.
Supports development of empathy and curiosity.

Magic Tree House Series
Mary Pope Osborne, 2005
Award winning
The Smurfs Anthology #3 (3)
Peyo, 2014
192 pages
Why to read
Explores teamwork, friendship, and community values.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Suitable for improving young children’s reading skills.

The Smurfs Anthology #3 (3)
Peyo, 2014
The Kingdom of Fantasy
Geronimo Stilton, Rob Alcraft, Wayne Gerdtz, Aleesah Darlison, 2019
316 pages
Why to read
Adventure-rich narrative enhances creativity and imagination.
Interactive elements bolster engagement and comprehension.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Fosters literacy and cognitive skill development.
