Books like Dear Ugly Sisters: And Other Poems
Award winning
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming holiday story sparking festive spirit.
Encourages kindness and generous community values.
Engaging illustrations enhance visual literacy.
Ideal read for family bonding during holidays.

A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 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
Shakti Girls: Poems of Inspiring Indian Women
Shetal Shah, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates inspiring stories of influential Indian women.
Boosts cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Empowers young girls with strong role models.
Engaging poetry format enhances reading skills.

Shakti Girls: Poems of Inspiring Indian Women
Shetal Shah, 2023
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.

There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
Kid Christmas: Of The Claus Brothers Toy Shop
David Litchfield, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations ignite imagination and creativity.
Introduces teamwork and the joys of collaboration.
Enhances holiday spirit with a heartwarming narrative.
Fosters literacy skills through engaging storytelling.

Kid Christmas: Of The Claus Brothers Toy Shop
David Litchfield, 2022
Award winning
The Tale of Peter Rabbit Story Board Book
Beatrix Potter, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Classic, enchanting tale sparks imagination and curiosity.
Timeless illustrations enhance visual perception and focus.
Encourages responsibility through Peter’s adventurous missteps.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit Story Board Book
Beatrix Potter, 2024
Award winning
Christmas Poems
Fiona Waters, 2006
96 pages
Why to read
Celebrates festive spirit through charming seasonal poems.
Enhances language skills with rhythmic, rhyming patterns.
Sparks imagination with vivid, picturesque imagery.
Encourages family bonding over holiday readings.

Christmas Poems
Fiona Waters, 2006
Award winning
Karen's Birthday: A Graphic Novel
Ann M. Martin, 2023
156 pages
Why to read
Relatable story for young readers about growing up and friendship.
Engaging graphic novel format that brings the story to life.
Positive messages about kindness and perseverance.
Part of a popular series that encourages children to read more.
