Books like Confetti: Poems for Children
Award winning
A Piñata in a Pine Tree: A Latino Twelve Days of Christmas
Pat Mora, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant celebration of Latino Christmas traditions.
Engaging, culturally rich storyline.
Enhances multicultural understanding and diversity.
Ideal for family shared reading moments.
A Piñata in a Pine Tree: A Latino Twelve Days of Christmas
Pat Mora, 2009
Award winning
Uno, Dos, Tres/One, Two, Three
Pat Mora, 1996
48 pages
Why to read
Bilingual learning: English and Spanish language exposure.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages counting skills through rhythmic, playful text.
Fosters cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Uno, Dos, Tres/One, Two, Three
Pat Mora, 1996
Award winning
Gracias/Thanks
Pat Mora, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Bilingual English-Spanish text enhances language development.
Celebrates gratitude and family connections.
Vibrant illustrations capture children's attention.
Supports emotional and social growth.
Gracias/Thanks
Pat Mora, 2005
Award winning
The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
100 pages
Why to read
Captures pioneering spirit and historical American lifestyle.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character development.
Supports understanding of familial and societal roles.
Engages young readers with vivid, descriptive storytelling.
The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
Award winning
Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Captivating antics ensure engaging, enjoyable reading.
Showcases friendship and teamwork dynamics.
Encourages creative problem-solving through humorous challenges.
Ideal for enhancing young readers' engagement and comprehension.
Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
