Books like Green Green: A Community Gardening Story
Award winning
Here I Am
Patti Kim, Sonia Sanchez, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of immigration and cultural adaptation.
Illustrations enhance understanding of emotional journey.
Stimulates empathy and global awareness in young readers.
Encourages family discussions about diversity and resilience.

Here I Am
Patti Kim, Sonia Sanchez, 2012
Award winning
Something on the Hill
Jane Kohuth, Sonia Sanchez, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Explores curiosity through a mysterious, engaging storyline.
Encourages exploration and inquisitiveness in young readers.
Strengthens comprehension and predictive skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Something on the Hill
Jane Kohuth, Sonia Sanchez, 2024
Award winning
Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
Meg Medina, Sonia Sanchez, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship during life-changing events.
Highlights emotional resilience and adaptation.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Illustrates diverse experiences and communities.

Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
Meg Medina, Sonia Sanchez, 2020
Award winning
Green Thumbs Everyone
Patricia Reilly Giff, 1996
112 pages
Why to read
Promotes environmental awareness and responsibility.
Encourages teamwork and community spirit.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills.
Fun, interactive story fosters family bonding.

Green Thumbs Everyone
Patricia Reilly Giff, 1996
Award winning
Lois Ehlert’s Growing Garden Gift Set
Lois Ehlert, 2013
112 pages
Why to read
Vivid, colorful illustrations spark creativity and visual learning.
Introduces children to botanical science and plant life cycles.
Encourages outdoor exploration and hands-on learning.
Engaging text fosters early reading skills.

Lois Ehlert’s Growing Garden Gift Set
Lois Ehlert, 2013
Award winning
Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt
Kate Messner, Christopher Silas Neal, 2015
56 pages
Why to read
Explores seasonal changes through engaging storytelling.
Illustrates nature's cycles, nurturing environmental awareness.
Encourages curiosity about the natural world.
Supports early science learning with vibrant illustrations.

Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt
Kate Messner, Christopher Silas Neal, 2015
Mrs. Green Loves The Earth
Lou Anne Darin, Cathy Colgan, 2023
37 pages
Why to read
Highlights importance of environmental conservation.
Encourages responsibility and proactive behavior in kids.
Engages with colorful illustrations and captivating narrative.
Educational tool that complements school learning.

Mrs. Green Loves The Earth
Lou Anne Darin, Cathy Colgan, 2023
Award winning
It Starts with a Seed
Laura Knowles, Jennie Webber, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrative journey through seasons and plant growth stages.
Encourages environmental awareness and respect for nature.
Supports early science learning with engaging narrative.
Beautiful, detailed illustrations enhance story comprehension.
