Books like Forty Fortunes: A Tale of Iran
Award winning
A Stone for Sascha
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Becker, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Touching story enhances emotional understanding and processing.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Encourages exploration of loss, memory, and resilience.
Timeless tale, ideal for shared family reading moments.
A Stone for Sascha
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Becker, 2018
Award winning
Dude!
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with its humorous, heartfelt narrative.
Encourages empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Supports language development with lively dialogue.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Dude!
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2018
Justin Bieber
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Frisch, 2013
21 pages
Why to read
Explore Justin Bieber's inspiring journey to stardom.
Highlights perseverance, dedication, and self-belief.
Encourages musical exploration and pursuing dreams.
Ideal for fostering motivation and ambition in children.
Justin Bieber
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Frisch, 2013
Award winning
Nerdy Birdy
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of friendship and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports social-emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Vibrant illustrations enhance reading enjoyment and engagement.
Nerdy Birdy
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2015
Award winning
Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2013
36 pages
Why to read
Explores dynamic interactions among diverse animal characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding of ecological roles.
Stimulating visual storytelling enhances cognitive development.
Supports vocabulary expansion and factual knowledge acquisition.
Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2013
Award winning
President Squid
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2016
36 pages
Why to read
Humorous introduction to leadership and responsibility.
Encourages self-awareness and empathy in children.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Engaging, colorful illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.
President Squid
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2016
Award winning
The Secret Society of Aunts & Uncles
Jake Gyllenhaal, Greta Caruso, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks imagination and creativity.
Highlights importance of family bonds and collaboration.
Develops critical thinking through engaging mystery elements.
Characters display resilience and resourcefulness, teaching valuable lessons.
The Secret Society of Aunts & Uncles
Jake Gyllenhaal, Greta Caruso, 2023
Award winning
Legend of the Star Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #25)
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Exciting dragon adventure sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters model teamwork, courage, and problem-solving.
Enhances reading skills with approachable text structure.
Supports cognitive and emotional development.
