Books like Whale of a Time
Award winning
The Bad Guys in Open Wide and Say Arrrgh!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2022
192 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure that captivates young readers' interests.
Introduces teamwork and friendship importance vividly.
Encourages empathy and moral decision-making.
Interactive elements boost reader engagement.

The Bad Guys in Open Wide and Say Arrrgh!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2022
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224
Why to read
Engages with humor, perfect for young readers.
Encourages creativity and original storytelling.
Nurtures emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports literacy with accessible writing style.

Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.

How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
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
Award winning
Anzu the Great Kaiju
Benson Shum, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Unleashes creativity with captivating giant monster adventures.
Fosters emotional growth through Anzu's character development.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse creatures.
Ideal for boosting literacy and engagement in young readers.

Anzu the Great Kaiju
Benson Shum, 2022
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fun-filled adventurous tale.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Delightfully quirky, relatable characters.
Supports language development through playful storytelling.

Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
Award winning
Alone!
Barry Falls, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Boosts creativity through engaging, solitary character exploration.
Fosters independence with captivating self-reliance theme.
Enhances empathy, understanding diverse emotions.
Encourages literacy by captivating young readers.

Alone!
Barry Falls, 2023
Award winning
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging, suspenseful narrative captivates young readers' attention.
Encourages creativity and curiosity through whimsical storytelling.
Illustrates problem-solving skills in a fun, approachable way.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention in young minds.
