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Award winning
Princess Hyacinth: The Surprising Tale of a Girl Who Floated
Lane Smith, Florence Parry Heide, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Captivates with unique storyline of floating princess.
Encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.
Addresses themes of self-acceptance and friendship.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading skills.
Princess Hyacinth: The Surprising Tale of a Girl Who Floated
Lane Smith, Florence Parry Heide, 2009
Award winning
The Knights of the Kitchen Table #1 (Time Warp Trio)
Jon Scieszka, 1991
64 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey through time for young readers.
Engages imagination and strengthens reading skills.
Introduces humor and historical events effectively.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
The Knights of the Kitchen Table #1 (Time Warp Trio)
Jon Scieszka, 1991
Award winning
Hooray for Diffendoofer Day!
Lane Smith, Jack Prelutsky, 1998
54 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and unique problem-solving skills.
Encourages embracing individuality and team collaboration.
Highlights importance of supportive school environments.
Enhances critical thinking through whimsical storytelling.
Hooray for Diffendoofer Day!
Lane Smith, Jack Prelutsky, 1998
Award winning
Abe Lincoln's Dream
Lane Smith, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates lessons about history and leadership.
Encourages curiosity about American past.
Engaging ghostly encounters spark imagination.
Promotes values like honesty and integrity.
Abe Lincoln's Dream
Lane Smith, 2012
Award winning
A House That Once Was
Lane Smith, Julie Fogliano, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Exploration of time, memory, and childhood curiosity.
Encourages imagination through mysterious, abandoned house setting.
Beautiful, poetic language enhances vocabulary development.
Fosters emotional connection and empathy.
A House That Once Was
Lane Smith, Julie Fogliano, 2018
Award winning
Grandpa Green
Lane Smith, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Intergenerational tale enhances family bonds.
Stimulates memory and history appreciation.
Unique artwork sparks creativity.
Addresses aging with sensitivity and warmth.
Grandpa Green
Lane Smith, 2011
Award winning
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1992
52 pages
Why to read
Reimagines classic tales with humorous, quirky twists.
Enhances creativity and divergent thinking in children.
Encourages enjoyment and engagement in reading.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith, 1992
Award winning
The True Story of the Three Little Pigs
Jon Scieszka, 1989
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with a new perspective on a classic tale.
Encourages empathy by presenting multiple viewpoints.
Enhances critical thinking through unconventional storytelling.
Delightful and thought-provoking read for young minds.
