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Books like Sam's Diary
Award winning
Still More Night Frights: Thirteen Scary Stories
Judith Bauer Stamper, 1996
10 pages
Why to read
Spooky yet engaging stories enhance imaginative thinking.
Introduces problem-solving through suspenseful scenarios.
Characters display resilience, boosting emotional development.
Ideal for shared readings, strengthening family bonds.

Still More Night Frights: Thirteen Scary Stories
Judith Bauer Stamper, 1996
Paper
Erica Burt, 1990
32 pages
Why to read
Captivates with vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling.
Encourages creativity and artistic expression in young readers.
Supports early literacy skills and vocabulary development.
Provides meaningful experiences enhancing parent-child bonding.

Book cover is on its way
Paper
Erica Burt, 1990
Award winning
R.L. Stine
Jill C. Wheeler, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging thriller enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters face fears, fostering emotional resilience.
Stimulates imagination with mysterious, adventurous tales.
Encourages keen interest in reading for fun.

R.L. Stine
Jill C. Wheeler, 1996
Award winning
Epic: The Junior Novel
Annie Auerbach, 2013
144 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks imagination and creativity.
Empowering characters model resilience and bravery.
Fosters problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonding.

Epic: The Junior Novel
Annie Auerbach, 2013
Books are Exciting
W. Murray, M. Aitchison, J.H. Wingfield, Ladybird, 2009
56 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative sparks curiosity and excitement in young readers. - Illustrations captivate and enhance the storytelling. - Language development through repetitive and rhythmic phrases. - Encourages a love of reading from an early age.

Books are Exciting
W. Murray, M. Aitchison, J.H. Wingfield, Ladybird, 2009
Award winning
YADIRA: The Beloved Friend
David Chapman, 2021
74 pages
Why to read
Fosters friendship and emotional understanding.
Enhances empathy through character interactions.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Ideal for parent-child cooperative reading sessions.

YADIRA: The Beloved Friend
David Chapman, 2021
Award winning
This Wonderful Thing
Adam Baron, HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks, 2021
320 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and imagination through engaging narrative.
Characters model resilience and resourcefulness to young readers.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading sessions.

This Wonderful Thing
Adam Baron, HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks, 2021
Award winning
Larry at Number 10
Elizabeth C Radcliffe, E.C. Radcliffe, Dave Hill, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story promotes numbers and counting.
Larry's adventures spark curiosity and learning.
Supports developmental milestones in early math skills.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
