Books like Faraway Worlds: Planets Beyond Our Solar System
Award winning
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through playful, imaginative language.
Supports language development with engaging, quirky dialogues.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Builds vocabulary with unique and amusing wordplay.

Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
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
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.

Karen's Birthday: A Graphic Novel
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
My Shadow is Purple
Scott Stuart, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and self-expression through colorful storytelling.
Encourages acceptance of oneself and others.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for engaging family read-aloud sessions.

My Shadow is Purple
Scott Stuart, 2022
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with giant adventures.
Encourages empathy through unique character connections.
Enhances vocabulary with whimsical language.
Supports problem-solving skills, critical thinking.

The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
Stars and Planets
Angela Wilkes, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Explores celestial bodies through engaging illustrations.
Simplifies complex astronomy concepts for young readers.
Encourages curiosity about the universe and science.
Ideal for budding astronomers and inquisitive minds.

Stars and Planets
Angela Wilkes, 2001
Award winning
Amazing Space Facts (Look-Looks)
Dinah L. Moche, R.W. Alley, 1988
24 pages
Why to read
Explores mesmerizing space facts with captivating visuals.
Enhances knowledge about universe, promoting scientific curiosity.
Ideal for budding astronomers and inquisitive minds.
Supports child’s learning in a fun, engaging way.

Amazing Space Facts (Look-Looks)
Dinah L. Moche, R.W. Alley, 1988
Our Solar System: The Outer Planets
Mary-Jane Wilkins, 2017
24 pages
Why to read
Explores mysteries of Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune.
Stimulates interest in science and space exploration.
Encourages curiosity and knowledge about astronomy.
Vivid illustrations, easy-to-understand text.
