Books like Butter Wants to Win
Award winning
Checkmate at Chess City
Piers Harper, 2000
28 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative introduces chess in a captivating way.
Strengthens strategic thinking and concentration skills.
Vibrant illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Encourages interactive play and learning beyond the book.
Checkmate at Chess City
Piers Harper, 2000
Salvation
Tamika Champion-Hampton, 2017
20 pages
Why to read
Promotes resilience and overcoming obstacles.
Encourages empathy through diverse character experiences.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Supports emotional and social development.
Salvation
Tamika Champion-Hampton, 2017
Truth Test (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Lori Pollard-Johnson, Margaret Sanfilippo, 2000
75 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with realistic, contemporary issues.
Encourages ethical decision-making and integrity.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for family discussion and bonding.
Truth Test (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Lori Pollard-Johnson, Margaret Sanfilippo, 2000
Award winning
Really?
Jeanne Mansfield, 2016
36 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with curious and exciting real-world facts.
Illustrations capture attention, enhance understanding.
Encourages questions, nurtures a love for learning.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Really?
Jeanne Mansfield, 2016
Award winning
Monkey World: An A-Z of Occupations
Matthew Porter, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Explores various occupations through fun, alphabetical narratives.
Engages children with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Enhances vocabulary and understanding of different jobs.
Encourages curiosity, learning through playful storytelling.
Monkey World: An A-Z of Occupations
Matthew Porter, 2008
The Cosmic League: Rise of the Allies
Pat Hatt, Chris Defillippi, 2014
41 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances problem-solving skills through plot challenges.
Interactive and engaging narrative for young readers.
The Cosmic League: Rise of the Allies
Pat Hatt, Chris Defillippi, 2014
Gnat
Kitty Benedict, 1994
123 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship through adventurous, heartfelt narrative.
Encourages resilience and creativity in young readers.
Supports language development with rich, engaging dialogue.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
Gnat
Kitty Benedict, 1994
Award winning
The Big Fight
Kiki, 1988
46 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and resolution.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Supports conflict resolution skills development.
Ideal for shared reading moments with family.
