Books about Beauty
Award winning
Ballerina
D.K. Publishing, 2005
16 pages
Why to read
Inspires grace and discipline through ballet storytelling.
Enhances understanding of perseverance and dedication.
Stimulates imagination with captivating illustrations.
Encourages physical activity and artistic expression.

Ballerina
D.K. Publishing, 2005
Award winning
Princesses Are Not Just Pretty
Kate Lum, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes self-acceptance
Teaches the value of helping others
Humorous and engaging
Breaks princess stereotypes

Princesses Are Not Just Pretty
Kate Lum, 2014
Award winning
I Dreamed I Was a Ballerina
Anna Pavlova, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through enchanting ballet imagery. - Empowers kids with dreams and aspirations. - Celebrates artistic expression and perseverance. - Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

I Dreamed I Was a Ballerina
Anna Pavlova, 2001
Award winning
The Gardener
Sarah Stewart, 1997
34 pages
Why to read
Encourages nurturing and responsibility through gardening theme.
Illustrates importance of perseverance and positivity.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Strengthens parent-child bonds through shared reading.

The Gardener
Sarah Stewart, 1997
Award winning
More Perfect than the Moon
Patricia Maclachlan, 2004
80 pages
Why to read
Captures essence of family through engaging narrative.
Stimulates emotional growth and empathy in young readers.
Encourages creative expression and journal keeping.
Warm, gentle prose ideal for bedtime reading.

More Perfect than the Moon
Patricia Maclachlan, 2004
Award winning
Gorgeous
Caroline Castle, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Boosts self-esteem through uplifting and positive narrative.
Encourages empathy by understanding diverse perspectives.
Stimulates creativity and self-expression.
Suitable for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Gorgeous
Caroline Castle, 1991
Award winning
Mary Had a Little Glam
Tammi Sauer, 2016
24 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity and self-expression through fashion.
Engaging, rhythmic text enhances reading fluency.
Illustrates diversity and inclusivity.
Encourages confidence and individuality.

Mary Had a Little Glam
Tammi Sauer, 2016
Award winning
The Lady of Shalott
Alfred Lord Tennyson, 1833
66 pages
Why to read
Timeless, poetic narrative stimulates language and literacy development.
Enhances empathy and emotional awareness through character exploration.
Encourages creative thinking and artistic appreciation.
Fosters historical curiosity and cultural understanding.
