Books like Bone Soup
Award winning
Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and resilience.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
Award winning
Azmina the Gold Glitter Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2021
144 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity with Azmina's magical adventures.
Encourages resilience through character challenges.
Supports emotional development with relatable themes.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Azmina the Gold Glitter Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2021
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Annette Bay Pimentel, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of resilience and empowerment.
Educates on disability rights and activism.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging narrative.

All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Annette Bay Pimentel, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 2020
Award winning
Classics
Winnie-the-Pooh: The Complete Collection of Stories and Poems
A. A. Milne, 2023
137 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of friendship, adventure, and imagination.
Enhances language skills through playful, clever narratives.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Ideal for bedtime stories and family bonding time.

Winnie-the-Pooh: The Complete Collection of Stories and Poems
A. A. Milne, 2023
Award winning
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Fuses Halloween excitement with enchanting aquatic adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages creativity with unique narwhal-led storyline.
Ideal for bonding over seasonal storytelling.

A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
Award winning
Until Someone Listens
Estela Juarez, Lissette Norman, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience in the face of adversity.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Inspires hope and advocacy in young readers.
Supportive narrative for emotional and social growth.

Until Someone Listens
Estela Juarez, Lissette Norman, 2022
Stitch Head: The Graphic Novel
Guy Bass, 2024
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging, creative story sparks imagination.
Characters teach resilience and empathy.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving.
Ideal for shared reading, bonding experience.
