Books about Sacrifice
Award winning
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Mae Woods, 2000
24 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of pioneer life vividly.
Inspires resilience and resourcefulness in young readers.
Engages with historical context, enhancing educational value.
Encourages family reading and discussion.

Laura Ingalls Wilder
Mae Woods, 2000
Award winning
Pacific Crossing
Gary Soto, 1992
126 pages
Why to read
Exploration of multicultural experiences and friendships.
Encourages cultural appreciation and global awareness.
Supports emotional growth through character resilience.
Engages readers with adventurous and captivating storytelling.

Pacific Crossing
Gary Soto, 1992
Thomas - Santa's Secret Elf
Katherine Sully, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating holiday adventure ignites children's imagination.
Thomas, a relatable elf, fosters identification and empathy.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Ideal read for festive family bonding time.

Thomas - Santa's Secret Elf
Katherine Sully, 2023
Award winning
The Little Mermaid and Other Stories (Scholastic Junior Classics)
Sarah Hines Stephens, 2002
96 pages
Why to read
Cultivates imagination with classic, enchanting undersea tales.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative style.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse character emotions.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.

The Little Mermaid and Other Stories (Scholastic Junior Classics)
Sarah Hines Stephens, 2002
Award winning
My Parents Cancelled My Birthday
Jo Simmons, 2019
256 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative with relatable family dynamics.
Encourages resilience and resourcefulness in kids.
Highlights importance of communication and understanding.
Enjoyable read with valuable life lessons.

My Parents Cancelled My Birthday
Jo Simmons, 2019
The Snow Goose and Other Stories
Hans Christian Andersen, Paul Gallico, 1985
76 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales that foster imagination and creativity.
Introduces universal themes of love, loss, and hope.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

The Snow Goose and Other Stories
Hans Christian Andersen, Paul Gallico, 1985
Award winning
The Secret of the Tattered Shoes
Jackie Morris, Ehsan Abdollahi, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Rich, engaging fairy-tale adaptation.
Enhances creativity and artistic appreciation.
Encourages empathy and emotional development.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations captivate readers.

The Secret of the Tattered Shoes
Jackie Morris, Ehsan Abdollahi, 2019
Award winning
The Children's Bible
Anne De Graaf, 1991
308 pages
Why to read
Simplified Bible stories for young readers to comprehend.
Enhances moral and spiritual development in children.
Encourages discussions about ethics and values.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and engage young minds.
