Books like Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Award winning
Dad and the Dinosaur
Gennifer Choldenko, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers children to face fears with creativity.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Strengthens parent-child bonds through shared reading.
Illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Dad and the Dinosaur
Gennifer Choldenko, 2017
If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period
Gennifer Choldenko, 2007
216 pages
Why to read
Addresses important themes like friendship and identity.
Encourages understanding of social and personal challenges.
Suitable for middle schoolers' emotional and social development.
Engaging narrative that enhances empathetic skills.
If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period
Gennifer Choldenko, 2007
Award winning
A Giant Crush
Gennifer Choldenko, Melissa Sweet, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Captures nuances of first crushes with warmth.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Enhances understanding of personal and social dynamics.
Engaging narrative that holds children’s attention.
A Giant Crush
Gennifer Choldenko, Melissa Sweet, 2011
Award winning
Doggo and Pupper Save the World
Applegate Katherine, Charlie Alder, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale encourages curiosity and exploration.
Fosters teamwork and friendship among diverse characters.
Highlights importance of responsibility and bravery.
Engaging narrative boosts literacy and comprehension skills.
Doggo and Pupper Save the World
Applegate Katherine, Charlie Alder, 2022
Award winning
Ivan: The Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla
Applegate Katherine, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
True story enhances real-world knowledge and understanding.
Emotional journey supports empathy and emotional growth.
Engages critical thinking about animal rights and care.
Beautiful illustrations complement and enrich the narrative.
Ivan: The Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla
Applegate Katherine, 2014
Award winning
The Buffalo Storm
Applegate Katherine, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid storytelling enhances imagination and emotional understanding.
Historical setting enriches cultural knowledge and awareness.
Supports development of resilience through character challenges.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading sessions.
The Buffalo Storm
Applegate Katherine, 2007
Award winning
Animorphs Boxed Set #07: Books 25-28
R.L. Stine, Applegate Katherine, K. A. Applegate, 1999
688 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages creativity through unique shape-shifting scenarios.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Ideal for engaging young minds in adventurous storytelling.
Animorphs Boxed Set #07: Books 25-28
R.L. Stine, Applegate Katherine, K. A. Applegate, 1999
Award winning
Cornbread & Poppy
Matthew Cordell, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Charming adventure of friendship and resourcefulness.
Enhances children's understanding of cooperation and sharing.
Lively illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports early development of empathy and resilience.
