Books like American Poetry (Poetry for Young People)
Award winning
If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad
Ellen Levine, Larry Johnson, 1988
64 pages
Why to read
Engages children with historical, adventurous storytelling.
Empowers with tales of resilience and courage.
Illustrates the importance of freedom and bravery.
Supports history education with engaging narratives.
If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad
Ellen Levine, Larry Johnson, 1988
Richard Scarry's Best Teacher Ever!: A Book for Busy, Busy Teachers (Richard Scarry Best Ever Books)
Richard Scarry, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates teachers and their everyday classroom adventures.
Fosters respect and appreciation for educators in young readers.
Engages children with colorful, detailed illustrations.
Enhances vocabulary and social skills development.
Richard Scarry's Best Teacher Ever!: A Book for Busy, Busy Teachers (Richard Scarry Best Ever Books)
Richard Scarry, 2024
Award winning
The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Carole Boston Weatherford, Laura Freeman, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires justice, equality through Elijah Cummings' life story.
Educational: teaches important civil rights history.
Stimulates discussions on fairness and leadership.
Engages young readers with compelling storytelling.
The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Carole Boston Weatherford, Laura Freeman, 2022
Award winning
Library Mouse: A Friend's Tale
Daniel Kirk, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and friendship through story exploration.
Enhances reading skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages empathy and cooperative play among peers.
Ideal for shared reading and parent-child bonding.
Library Mouse: A Friend's Tale
Daniel Kirk, 2009
Award winning
Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition)
Maya Angelou, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Sara Jane Boyers, 1993
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers children to face fears confidently.
Celebrates courage through captivating illustrations.
Encourages self-expression and resilience.
Reinforces literacy with rhythmic, engaging text.
Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition)
Maya Angelou, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Sara Jane Boyers, 1993
Award winning
Great Authors of Children's Literature (History Makers)
Wendy Mass, 2000
112 pages
Why to read
Showcases history's influential children's book authors.
Inspires creativity and appreciation for literature.
Enhances knowledge of literary history and impact.
Encourages reading and diverse storytelling exploration.
Great Authors of Children's Literature (History Makers)
Wendy Mass, 2000
Award winning
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes, Laura Freeman, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of Kamala Harris’s journey and achievements.
Teaches children about perseverance and importance of education.
Empowers young readers to dream big and aim high.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage children's imagination.
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes, Laura Freeman, 2020
Award winning
Sherlock Holmes and the Disappearing Diamonds
Sam Hearn, Dylanna Press, 2018
147 pages
Why to read
Mystery plot stimulates critical thinking and curiosity.
Engaging, age-appropriate adaptation of classic Sherlock Holmes.
Encourages deductive reasoning and attention to detail.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging storytelling.
