My America Series
This series is best read in order
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Award winning
Love That Baby!: A Book About Babies for New Brothers, Sisters, Cousins, and Friends
Kathryn Lasky, Jennifer Plecas, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates new additions to families lovingly and warmly.
Helps children understand and accept a newborn sibling.
Strengthens empathy and family bonding.
Simple, enjoyable read for young kids.
Love That Baby!: A Book About Babies for New Brothers, Sisters, Cousins, and Friends
Kathryn Lasky, Jennifer Plecas, 2003
Award winning
Home at Last: Sofia's Immigrant Diary
Kathryn Lasky, 2003
112 pages
Why to read
Captures immigrant experiences through relatable child's perspective.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse backgrounds.
Strengthens reading skills and emotional intelligence.
Supports discussions on family, resilience, and adaptation.
Home at Last: Sofia's Immigrant Diary
Kathryn Lasky, 2003
Award winning
My America
Kathryn Lasky, 2004
112 pages
Why to read
Captures America's diverse cultural and historical tapestry.
Engaging narrative that fosters curiosity and knowledge.
Encourages empathy and understanding of different perspectives.
Beautifully illustrated, enhancing visual learning.
My America
Kathryn Lasky, 2004
Award winning
Cornered: 14 Stories of Bullying and Defiance
Kirsten Miller, Rhoda Belleza, Mayra Lazara Dole, n/a, 2012
385 pages
Why to read
Addresses bullying through diverse, relatable stories.
Encourages empathy and resilience in young readers.
Supports constructive discussions about defiance and courage.
Ideal for family reading, promotes shared conversation.
Cornered: 14 Stories of Bullying and Defiance
Kirsten Miller, Rhoda Belleza, Mayra Lazara Dole, n/a, 2012
Award winning
Captain Thunderbolt (Australian Bushrangers Book 1)
Jane Smith, 2014
260 pages
Why to read
Exciting introduction to Australian history for young readers.
Inspires curiosity about past cultures and legendary figures.
Encourages engagement through adventurous storytelling.
Supports development of historical knowledge and comprehension.
Captain Thunderbolt (Australian Bushrangers Book 1)
Jane Smith, 2014
Detective Stories (Story Library)
Philip Pullman, Mark Edwards, Pullman, 2003
221 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with intriguing, mystery-driven narratives.
Encourages analytical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
Characters exhibit perseverance and keen observation.
Enhances vocabulary through complex, engaging language.
Detective Stories (Story Library)
Philip Pullman, Mark Edwards, Pullman, 2003
Award winning
If You're Happy and You Know It!
Zondervan, Lindsey Gardiner, Jan Ormerod, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages emotional expression through song and movement.
Strengthens understanding of actions and consequences.
Interactive narrative boosts reading engagement.
Supports early literacy and musical awareness.
If You're Happy and You Know It!
Zondervan, Lindsey Gardiner, Jan Ormerod, 2017
Award winning
Catch Me If You Can!/A que no me alcanzas!: Bilingual English-Spanish (Green Light Readers Level 2)
Bernard Most, F. Isabel Campoy, 1999
22 pages
Why to read
Bilingual text enhances language skills and cognitive development.
Engaging chase theme captures attention, boosts reading interest.
Promotes bilingualism, cultural awareness in young readers.
Supports reading comprehension through repetitive, simple sentence structure.
