Books like Emily's Blue Period
Award winning
Emeraldalicious
Victoria Kann, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and environmental awareness.
Incorporates vibrant illustrations to captivate young minds.
Encourages teamwork and caring for nature.
Interactive and engaging narrative.

Emeraldalicious
Victoria Kann, 2013
Award winning
Art & Max
David Wiesner, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations stimulate visual perception and creativity.
Encourages artistic expression and exploration in young readers.
Showcases the value of friendship and collaboration.
Ideal for enhancing communication skills and vocabulary.

Art & Max
David Wiesner, 2015
Award winning
Frida Kahlo
Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Don Nardo, Gee Fan Eng, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of Frida Kahlo's resilience and creativity.
Introduces children to art and cultural history.
Encourages self-expression and overcoming challenges.
Beautiful illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.

Frida Kahlo
Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Don Nardo, Gee Fan Eng, 2015
Award winning
Adventures in Cartooning: Create a World
James Sturm, Andrew Arnold, Alexis Frederick-Frost, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and artistic expression in children.
Engaging storyline encourages interactive learning.
Enhances visual storytelling and sequential thinking skills.
Ideal for developing young cartoonists' skills.

Adventures in Cartooning: Create a World
James Sturm, Andrew Arnold, Alexis Frederick-Frost, 2023
Award winning
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
Fosters a sense of confidence and participation.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, 2023
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.

The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.

I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln
Margarita Engle, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires through historical figures and events.
Enhances understanding of perseverance and resilience.
Celebrates cultural diversity and musical creativity.
Encourages emotional expression through art.
