Top-rated books by Gary D. Schmidt
Books like Gary D. Schmidt’s
Award winning
Wesley Learns A Lesson
Lesa Tyler, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Teaches valuable life skills through engaging storytelling.
Boosts empathy and social awareness in young readers.
Encourages dialogue on morality and consequences.
Illustrations captivate and enhance the narrative.
Wesley Learns A Lesson
Lesa Tyler, 2023
Award winning
Luke Finds a Home
Angela Sreter Spencer Md, 2023
63 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of friendship and belonging.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Enhances emotional and social development.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading moments.
Luke Finds a Home
Angela Sreter Spencer Md, 2023
Award winning
Turn off the Tap
Deborah Chancellor, Diane Ewen, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story teaches importance of water conservation.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate young imaginations.
Develops awareness of environmental responsibility.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Turn off the Tap
Deborah Chancellor, Diane Ewen, 2020
Award winning
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
116 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of belonging and identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
Award winning
Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope
Jodie Patterson, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and acceptance.
Encourages understanding diverse identities and expressions.
Inspires courage and resilience in adversity.
Family bonding through meaningful discussions.
Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope
Jodie Patterson, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
Trustacapia: An Inspiring Story of Building Self-Confidence and Embracing Diversity
Whimlivia Wrencottham, Helda Clara, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Boosts self-confidence through diverse character interactions.
Encourages acceptance and appreciation of differences.
Engages young readers with captivating, vibrant illustrations.
Supports emotional and social development in children.
Trustacapia: An Inspiring Story of Building Self-Confidence and Embracing Diversity
Whimlivia Wrencottham, Helda Clara, 2023
Award winning
Making a Way
Jen Decker, Nifty Illustration, 2023
90 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with creative problem-solving adventures.
Illustrates perseverance and resilience through relatable characters.
Encourages teamwork, friendship, and cooperation.
Fun, educational, and thought-provoking narrative.
Making a Way
Jen Decker, Nifty Illustration, 2023
Award winning
Mallory on the Move
Laurie Friedman, Tamara Schmitz, 2004
160 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of change and adaptability.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Supports transitions with positive coping strategies.
Engaging narrative encourages consistent reading habits.
