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Award winning
Messy Bessey (Revised Edition) (A Rookie Reader)
Patricia C. Mckissack, Dana Regan, Fredrick McKissack, 1987
31 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fun, vibrant illustrations.
Teaches responsibility through relatable storytelling.
Encourages organizational skills in young readers.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Messy Bessey (Revised Edition) (A Rookie Reader)
Patricia C. Mckissack, Dana Regan, Fredrick McKissack, 1987
Award winning
Bus Route to Boston
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid, engaging storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Strong, relatable characters enhance emotional connections.
Encourages understanding of diverse cultures and communities.
Promotes family bonding through shared reading moments.
Bus Route to Boston
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, 2000
Award winning
Princess for a Day (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity through imaginative play.
Boosts self-esteem with relatable, inspiring protagonist.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Perfect for advancing young readers' literacy.
Princess for a Day (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, 1998
Award winning
Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Addresses complex topics of racism and antiracism accessibly.
Fosters critical thinking and awareness in young readers.
Encourages conversations about equality and justice at home.
Supports development of empathy and inclusivity.
Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, 2021
Award winning
20,000 Baseball Cards Under the Sea (Step-Into-Reading, Step 4)
Jon Buller, Susan Schade, 1991
48 pages
Why to read
Imaginative adventure blending sports and underwater exploration.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances reading skills and vocabulary for young readers.
Encourages curiosity and discovery through engaging narrative.
20,000 Baseball Cards Under the Sea (Step-Into-Reading, Step 4)
Jon Buller, Susan Schade, 1991
Award winning
Felix and the 400 Frogs (Step into Reading, Step 3, paper)
Jon Buller, Susan Schade, 1996
48 pages
Why to read
Boosts literacy through engaging and repetitive sentence structures.
Enhances understanding of nature and animal behavior.
Encourages persistence and curiosity in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading time with parents.
Felix and the 400 Frogs (Step into Reading, Step 3, paper)
Jon Buller, Susan Schade, 1996
Award winning
We Are Still Here!: Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Traci Sorell, Frane Lessac, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights Native American history and contemporary culture.
Educational content supports social studies learning.
Illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Encourages appreciation for cultural diversity.
We Are Still Here!: Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Traci Sorell, Frane Lessac, 2021
Award winning
World War 2 for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Second World War
Captivating History, 2023
86 pages
Why to read
Simplifies complex WWII events for young learners.
Encourages historical awareness and understanding.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.
Engaging illustrations captivate children’s interest.
