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Books like Before We Disappear
Award winning
The School for Invisible Boys (The Kairos Files Book 1)
Shaun David Hutchinson, 2024
304 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of invisibility and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for fostering imagination and creativity.

The School for Invisible Boys (The Kairos Files Book 1)
Shaun David Hutchinson, 2024
Award winning
A Year Without Autumn
Liz Kessler, 2011
256 pages
Why to read
Enhances empathy through relatable time-travel adventure.
Strengthens understanding of friendship and consequences.
Encourages resilience and personal growth.
Engaging narrative fosters a love for reading.

A Year Without Autumn
Liz Kessler, 2011
Award winning
Saving Lucas Biggs
Marisa De Los Santos, David Teague, 2014
288 pages
Why to read
Time-travel adventure enhances historical knowledge and awareness.
Strengthens understanding of family, loyalty, and justice.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Boosts empathy and moral reasoning through relatable conflicts.

Saving Lucas Biggs
Marisa De Los Santos, David Teague, 2014
Do-Over
Christine Hurley Deriso, 2007
192 pages
Why to read
Navigates friendship dynamics and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Supports resilience through character's adaptive challenges.
Ideal for engaging young readers and family discussions.

Do-Over
Christine Hurley Deriso, 2007
Award winning
The Song of Glory and Ghost: Outlaws of Time
N.d. Wilson, 2017
352 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative enhances critical thinking.
Characters exhibit resilience and courage.
Stimulates imagination and emotional development.
Ideal for family reading, strengthening bonds.

The Song of Glory and Ghost: Outlaws of Time
N.d. Wilson, 2017
Award winning
Magic in the Mix
Annie Barrows, 2014
288 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and magical thinking.
Enhances understanding of relationships and character growth.
Interactive plot encourages problem-solving abilities.
Captivating narrative ensures enjoyable learning.

Magic in the Mix
Annie Barrows, 2014
Award winning
Maddigan's Fantasia
Margaret Mahy, 2007
441 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey enhances problem-solving skills. - Builds empathy through diverse, relatable characters. - Stimulates imagination with unique, magical elements. - Encourages resilience and teamwork in young readers.

Maddigan's Fantasia
Margaret Mahy, 2007
Award winning
The Navigator
Eoin Mcnamee, 2009
352 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks children's imagination.
Characters embody resilience and courage, inspiring readers.
Enhances critical thinking through complex problem-solving.
Engaging storyline promotes interactive family reading time.
