Top-rated books by Jenny Tyler
True Escape Stories (Usborne Paperbacks)
Age: 12-15
Peoples of the World
Age: 0-10
Books like Jenny Tyler’s
Award winning
The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.
Johnny Ray Moore, 2001
24 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of courage and equality.
Educates on important historical movements.
Encourages empathy and social awareness.
Suitable for a shared family reading experience.
The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.
Johnny Ray Moore, 2001
Award winning
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
56 pages
Why to read
Introduces Walt Whitman’s historical significance creatively.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, poetic language.
Inspires appreciation for American history and culture.
Stimulating illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
Award winning
Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors?: The Story of Elizabeth Blackwell
Tanya Lee Stone, Marjorie Priceman, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of first female doctor in America.
Encourages determination and challenging societal norms.
Empowers children, especially girls, to pursue dreams.
Educational, highlights history and gender equality.
Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors?: The Story of Elizabeth Blackwell
Tanya Lee Stone, Marjorie Priceman, 2013
Award winning
Of Thee I Sing
Barack Obama, 2010
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates American heroes' traits, inspiring young minds.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, captivate children's imagination.
Empowers children with values of perseverance and respect.
Encourages family discussions about history and values.
Of Thee I Sing
Barack Obama, 2010
Award winning
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes, Laura Freeman, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of Kamala Harris’s journey and achievements.
Teaches children about perseverance and importance of education.
Empowers young readers to dream big and aim high.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage children's imagination.
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes, Laura Freeman, 2020
Award winning
Heroes of Black History (America Handbooks, a Time for Kids)
Editors Of Time For Kids, TIME for Kids, 2017
192 pages
Why to read
Highlighting impactful figures in African American history.
Engaging storytelling with vivid illustrations.
Encourages respect for diversity and cultural awareness.
Ideal for shared reading and educational enhancement.
Heroes of Black History (America Handbooks, a Time for Kids)
Editors Of Time For Kids, TIME for Kids, 2017
Award winning
Child of the Civil Rights Movement
Paula Young Shelton, Raúl Colón, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Illustrates key events in the Civil Rights Movement.
Inspires empathy and understanding through historical perspective.
Enhances awareness of social justice and equality.
Encourages family discussions on important societal issues.
Child of the Civil Rights Movement
Paula Young Shelton, Raúl Colón, 2009
Award winning
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, Jerry Pinkney, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Insightful exploration of historical civil rights moments.
Highlights perseverance and eloquence of Martin Luther King Jr.
Encourages discussions on justice and equality.
Inspirational read with powerful educational value.
