Books about Hard Work
Award winning
Marley Goes to School
John Grogan, Richard Cowdrey, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Captures excitement and anxiety of starting school.
Encourages adaptation to new environments.
Enhances understanding of friendship and social skills.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging storyline.
Marley Goes to School
John Grogan, Richard Cowdrey, 2012
The Little Red Hen: (First Reading Level 3)
Susanna Davidson, Daniel Postgate, 1899
48 pages
Why to read
Encourages values of hard work and responsibility.
Simple, repetitive text aids early reading skills.
Bright, engaging illustrations capture children’s interest.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.
The Little Red Hen: (First Reading Level 3)
Susanna Davidson, Daniel Postgate, 1899
Award winning
Preaching to the Chickens: The Story of Young John Lewis
Jabari Asim, E.B. Lewis, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of young John Lewis's leadership.
Teaches values of persistence, empathy, and courage.
Encourages civic awareness and social responsibility.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Preaching to the Chickens: The Story of Young John Lewis
Jabari Asim, E.B. Lewis, 2016
Award winning
Bulldozer's Big Day
Candace Fleming, Eric Rohmann, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates teamwork and friendship.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations.
Develops anticipation and surprise elements.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Bulldozer's Big Day
Candace Fleming, Eric Rohmann, 2015
Fables
Anonymous, A Gruie, 2013
88 pages
Why to read
Timeless fables offering valuable life lessons.
Enhances moral reasoning and ethical understanding.
Stimulates imagination through animal-based stories.
Ideal for bedtime reading and discussion.
Fables
Anonymous, A Gruie, 2013
Award winning
Here Comes Lolo
Niki Daly, 2020
78 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Lolo’s adventures encourage empathy and social understanding.
Simple vocabulary supports early reading skills development.
Enhances cultural awareness through diverse characters.
Here Comes Lolo
Niki Daly, 2020
Award winning
Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race
Margot Lee Shetterly, Laura Freeman, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of pioneering African American mathematicians.
Empowers children with examples of perseverance and intelligence.
Highlights the importance of diversity and teamwork.
Educational content seamlessly integrated with an engaging narrative.
Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race
Margot Lee Shetterly, Laura Freeman, 2018
Award winning
I Am Tama, Lucky Cat
Wendy Henrichs, Yoshiko Jaeggi, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Based on a Japanese legend, culturally enriching.
Teaches values of gratitude and resilience.
Stunning illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
