Books like Follow the Moon Home: A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles
Award winning
Small Places, Close to Home
Deborah Hopkinson, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores local adventures with captivating stories.
Features characters displaying resilience and creativity.
Encourages exploration and appreciation of surroundings.
Ideal for enhancing geographic and social awareness.
Small Places, Close to Home
Deborah Hopkinson, 2023
Award winning
Sky Boys: How They Built the Empire State Building
Deborah Hopkinson, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of determination and teamwork.
Historical insight into iconic Empire State Building.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages interest in engineering and architecture.
Sky Boys: How They Built the Empire State Building
Deborah Hopkinson, 2004
Award winning
Willa the Silver Glitter Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2021
144 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of friendship and adventure.
Boosts creativity and imagination in young readers.
Addresses dealing with differences and acceptance.
Engaging narrative that supports early reading skills.
Willa the Silver Glitter Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2021
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #2)
Dav Pilkey, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Boosts creativity through engaging and diverse storytelling.
Enhances empathy by exploring various characters' perspectives.
Encourages artistic expression in young readers.
Supports literacy skills with accessible graphic novel format.
Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #2)
Dav Pilkey, 2021
Award winning
Kitty Sweet Tooth Makes a Movie
Abby Denson, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in the world of movie-making.
Introduces children to creative storytelling and expression.
Engages young readers with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and perseverance through engaging plot.
Kitty Sweet Tooth Makes a Movie
Abby Denson, 2022
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
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 Stars Just Up the Street
Sue Soltis, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages appreciation for nature and community.
Inspires curiosity about astronomy and science.
Strengthens intergenerational relationships.
Supports environmental consciousness and activism.
