Top-rated books by Academy Of American Poets
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Award winning
My Weirdtastic School #2: Uncle Fred Is a Knucklehead!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling keeps young readers hooked.
Characters teach resilience and creative problem-solving.
Humorous situations encourage joy in reading.
Supports developmental growth through laughter and learning.
My Weirdtastic School #2: Uncle Fred Is a Knucklehead!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2023
Award winning
Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo
Linda Sue Park, Istvan Banyai, 2007
48 pages
Why to read
Explore traditional Korean sijo poems in refreshing forms.
Enhances linguistic skills and cultural awareness.
Stimulates creative thinking and appreciation for poetry.
Vibrant illustrations complement each poem’s theme.
Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo
Linda Sue Park, Istvan Banyai, 2007
The Man Who Sold His Shadow: Small Book (Pelican Big Books)
Michael Rosen, 1995
24 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of value, decision-making, and consequence.
Encourages creativity and philosophical thinking in young minds.
Supports development of moral and ethical reasoning.
Engaging narrative that holds children's attention.
The Man Who Sold His Shadow: Small Book (Pelican Big Books)
Michael Rosen, 1995
Award winning
What Does Baby Say?: A Lift-the-Flap Book (Karen Katz Lift-the-Flap Books)
Karen Katz, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Interactive lift-the-flap design engages young readers.
Encourages language development and learning.
Bright, colorful illustrations capture attention.
Stimulates curiosity and interaction in toddlers.
What Does Baby Say?: A Lift-the-Flap Book (Karen Katz Lift-the-Flap Books)
Karen Katz, 2004
The Contagious Colors of Mumpley Middle School
Fowler DeWitt, Rodolfo Montalvo, 2014
272 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery captivates and stirs curiosity.
Encourages creative thinking and teamwork.
Colorful illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.
Addresses teamwork and community building.
The Contagious Colors of Mumpley Middle School
Fowler DeWitt, Rodolfo Montalvo, 2014
Award winning
Harper and the Scarlet Umbrella
Cerrie Burnell, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with magical, adventure-based storyline.
Encourages empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Develops problem-solving skills in young readers.
Strengthens parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Harper and the Scarlet Umbrella
Cerrie Burnell, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2020
Award winning
I Love You More, Babysaur
Rose Rossner, Junissa Bianda, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters emotional development through loving expressions.
Engages young minds with colorful dinosaur characters.
Strengthens bonding during shared reading sessions.
Encourages language skills with rhythmic text.
I Love You More, Babysaur
Rose Rossner, Junissa Bianda, 2021
Award winning
Grandmother's Nursery Rhymes/Las Nanas de Abuelita
Nelly Palacio Jaramillo, Elivia Savadier, Elivia, 1994
32 pages
Why to read
Bilingual Spanish-English format enhances language skills.
Captivating rhymes foster rhythmic language development.
Cultural immersion through traditional Latin American nursery rhymes.
Strengthens emotional connection with grandparents.
