Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling Harry Potter, an eleven-year-old orphan, discovers that he is a wizard and is invited to study at Hogwarts. Even as he escapes a dreary life and enters a world of magic, he finds trouble awaiting him. Genre: friendship, family, adventure Themes: bullying, life and death, magic […]
Julia Donaldson – The Giants and the Joneses
The Giants and the Joneses by Julia Donaldson Jumbeelia the young giantess loves to hear the old story about the iggly plop who climbed up the bimplestonk to the giants’ land of Groil. Then, one day, she throws a bimple over the edge of Groil. Down, down, down Jumbeelia climbs—right down into the land of […]
Star Dust – Neil Gaiman
Stardust by Neil Gaiman Stardust is the story of Tristran Thorn, a young man who promises the woman he loves that he will bring her back a fallen star. But there are others who seek the star, for their own reasons. And then there’s the star herself . . . A beloved fairy tale infused […]
Dr Seuss – The King’s Stilts – Resource
Dr Seuss – The King’s Stilts Written by Dr Seuss, The king’s beloved red stilts are stolen, and he is too distraught to do his job. Patrol Cats laze around. Water level threatens to rise and flood the kingdom. Genre: Moral, Fantasy, Danger Themes: Teamwork, royalty, adventure, emotions, hobbies Age: 3-6 years old Activities Walking […]
Jewel Kats – Cinderella’s Magical Wheelchair – Resource
Jewel Kats – Cinderella’s Magical Wheelchair In a Kingdom far, far away lives Cinderella. As expected, she slaves away for her cranky sisters and step-mother. She would dearly love to attend the Royal costume ball and meet the Prince, but her family is totally dead set against it. In fact, they have gone so far […]
David Walliams – The Beast of Buckingham Palace – Resource
David Walliams – The Beast of Buckingham Palace It is 2120 and London is in ruins. The young Prince Alfred has never known a life outside Buckingham Palace but when strange goings-on breach its walls and stalk the corridors in the dead of night, he is thrust into a world of mystery, adventure and monsters. […]
Roy L Hinuss – Prince Not-So Charming: Once Upon A Prank – Resource
Roy L Hinuss – Prince Not-So Charming: Once Upon A Prank Prince Carlos Charles Charming has a lot to live up to. He’s next in line to become king of Faraway Kingdom. Carlos hopes for a different destiny. A destiny involving fart jokes and banana peels. What happens when you dream of being court jester […]
Jennifer L. Holm – The Fourteenth Goldfish – Resource
Jennifer L. Holm – The Fourteenth Goldfish Ellie, an 11-year-old girl, is having difficulty finding her passion, especially after her only friend Brianna started distancing herself. But things change when Ellie’s mother brings home Melvin, a quirky and grumpy 13-year-old boy. This novel by Jennifer L. Holm provides a relatable read for many children. Genre: […]
Adam Blade – Cephalox the Cyber Squid – Resource
Adam Blade – Cephalox the Cyber Squid Max’s home, the floating city of Aquora, is attacked by Cephalox the Cyber Squid and his father is carried away by the Robobeast. Max and his robodog, Rivet, set off on a rescue mission. Along the way, they meet Lia, a princess of an ancient race of Merryns […]
Ross MacKenzie – The Nowhere Emporium – Resource
Ross MacKenzie – The Nowhere Emporium Orphan Daniel Holmes stumbles upon the mysterious Nowhere Emporium in Glasgow by accident. The ‘shop from nowhere’ and its owner, Mr. Silver, draw Daniel into a breathtaking world of magic and enchantment. This action-packed story by Ross MacKenzie is an excited and imaginative read! Genre: mystery, fantasy, action Themes: […]
