Books like A Boy and a Jaguar
Award winning
Our Rights: How kids are changing the world (Kids Making a Difference 2013, 2)
Janet Wilson, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires civic engagement and social responsibility.
Highlights real stories of children's impactful activism.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of critical thinking and literacy skills.
Our Rights: How kids are changing the world (Kids Making a Difference 2013, 2)
Janet Wilson, 2013
Award winning
Maya Angelou: Voices in Poetry
Lisbeth Kaiser, Patricia Kirkpatrick, Leire Salaberria, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Maya Angelou's monumental impact through poetry.
Inspires children with powerful, motivational themes.
Fosters appreciation for diversity and resilience.
Supports literacy and poetic expression enhancements.
Maya Angelou: Voices in Poetry
Lisbeth Kaiser, Patricia Kirkpatrick, Leire Salaberria, 2016
Award winning
Beauty and the Beak: How Science, Technology, and a 3D-Printed Beak Rescued a Bald Eagle
Deborah Lee Rose, Jane Veltkamp, 2017
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of resilience and technological innovation.
Highlights wildlife conservation and human empathy.
Engages children in science and engineering concepts.
Encourages problem-solving and creativity in young readers.
Beauty and the Beak: How Science, Technology, and a 3D-Printed Beak Rescued a Bald Eagle
Deborah Lee Rose, Jane Veltkamp, 2017
Award winning
Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll
Mr. Jay, Erin Wozniak, 2018
31 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and inclusivity among young readers.
Inspires determination, showcasing overcoming challenges.
Enhances understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Captivates with colorful illustrations and heartfelt narrative.
Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll
Mr. Jay, Erin Wozniak, 2018
Animals and Us : Do Animals Have Rights?
Jane Bingham, 2005
48 pages
Why to read
Explores ethical treatment of animals thoughtfully.
Encourages empathy and respect towards animal rights.
Supports critical thinking through engaging questions.
Ideal for nurturing compassionate young readers.
Animals and Us : Do Animals Have Rights?
Jane Bingham, 2005
Award winning
Your Chickens: A Kid's Guide to Raising and Showing
Gail Damerow, 2012
160 pages
Why to read
Offers practical advice on raising and showing chickens.
Engages children with fun, interactive learning experiences.
Encourages responsibility and care for animals.
Supports development of organizational skills.
Your Chickens: A Kid's Guide to Raising and Showing
Gail Damerow, 2012
Award winning
Frederick Douglass: The Lion Who Wrote History
Walter Dean Myers, Floyd Cooper, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of resilience and self-empowerment.
Introduces historical context in an accessible manner.
Encourages discussions on freedom and human rights.
Strengthens literacy through engaging narrative.
Frederick Douglass: The Lion Who Wrote History
Walter Dean Myers, Floyd Cooper, 2017
Award winning
Elephant Rescue: True-Life Stories (Born Free...Books)
Louisa Leaman, The Born Free Foundation, Virginia McKenna, 2015
96 pages
Why to read
Real-life stories that excite and educate young minds.
Encourages empathy towards wildlife and conservation efforts.
Fosters a sense of adventure and curiosity.
Supports development of moral and ethical reasoning.
