Books like Another Day on Your Foot and I Would Have Died
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.
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Award winning
A Tangle of Spells
Michelle Harrison, 2021
334 pages
Why to read
Engaging, magical adventure stimulates creativity and imagination.
Features strong, relatable characters promoting resilience and empathy.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving through plot challenges.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
A Tangle of Spells
Michelle Harrison, 2021
Award winning
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through creative, colorful storytelling.
Stimulates imagination with quirky, engaging plot.
Supports social skills development with relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive family reading sessions.
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
Award winning
Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
Flavia Z. Drago, 2020
34 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of overcoming shyness and making friends.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding in young readers.
Encourages inclusivity and acceptance through relatable storytelling.
Delightful illustrations captivate and engage children's imaginations.
Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
Flavia Z. Drago, 2020
Award winning
Knight Owl
Christopher Denise, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Heroic owl character inspires courage and confidence.
Engages young minds with captivating medieval adventure.
Strengthens reading skills through vivid, exciting narrative.
Encourages creative thinking and resilience.
Knight Owl
Christopher Denise, 2022
Award winning
How to Train Your Dragon: How to Break a Dragon's Heart
Cressida Cowell, 2009
299 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters demonstrate resilience and courage.
Fosters empathy and understanding through engaging storyline.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
How to Train Your Dragon: How to Break a Dragon's Heart
Cressida Cowell, 2009
Award winning
I Love You to the Moon and Back
Amelia Hepworth, 2015
28 pages
Why to read
Expresses unconditional love through charming animal characters.
Enhances parent-child bonding during reading time.
Encourages emotional understanding and empathy.
Provides comfort with soothing bedtime story elements.
I Love You to the Moon and Back
Amelia Hepworth, 2015
Cat Kid Comic Club 4: Collaborations: from the Creator of Dog Man
Dav Pilkey, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Creative adventures spark imagination and teamwork.
Engaging characters foster relatability and emotional growth.
Encourages creative collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Fun, educational content suitable for young readers.
