Books like Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things
Award winning
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity through fun, magical adventures.
Enhances emotional understanding and friendships.
Engages young readers with humor and wit.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Award winning
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity and self-expression through illustration.
Inspires overcoming dyslexia with relatable protagonist.
Encourages perseverance and individuality for young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in storytelling.
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
Award winning
What Should Danny Do? (The Power to Choose Series) (The Power to Choose, 1)
Adir Levy, Ganit Levy, 2017
68 pages
Why to read
Empowers kids to make decisions, boosting independence.
Interactive format encourages engagement and discussion.
Illustrates consequences of choices, enhancing understanding.
Supports moral and ethical development in children.
What Should Danny Do? (The Power to Choose Series) (The Power to Choose, 1)
Adir Levy, Ganit Levy, 2017
Award winning
Astro Girl
Ken Wilson-Max, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires interest in science and space exploration.
Empowers young girls with strong female protagonist.
Encourages curiosity and dreaming big.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers visually.
Astro Girl
Ken Wilson-Max, 2019
Award winning
The Cardboard Kingdom
Chad Sell, Jay Fuller, David DeMeo, 2018
288 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through imaginative play and storytelling.
Diverse characters boost empathy and inclusivity awareness.
Encourages resilience and teamwork among young readers.
Perfect blend of adventure and life lessons.
The Cardboard Kingdom
Chad Sell, Jay Fuller, David DeMeo, 2018
Award winning
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages positive values like friendship and bravery.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills.
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
368 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community spirit.
Engages young readers with charming, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Fosters family connections and shared reading moments.
