Books like Henry and Beezus
Award winning
Ribsy
Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers, 1964
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline about a dog's adventurous escapades.
Teaches responsibility and empathy through relatable scenarios.
Encourages resilience and creative thinking.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Ribsy
Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers, 1964
Award winning
Ramona the Pest
Beverly Cleary, Stockard Channing, Jacqueline Rogers, Tracy Arah Dockray, Louis Darling, 1968
240 pages
Why to read
Captures childhood challenges with humor and authenticity.
Encourages resilience and perseverance through relatable scenarios.
Strengthens reading skills and emotional understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Ramona the Pest
Beverly Cleary, Stockard Channing, Jacqueline Rogers, Tracy Arah Dockray, Louis Darling, 1968
Award winning
Runaway Ralph
Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers, 1970
191 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story enhances critical thinking.
Builds empathy through relatable animal characters.
Encourages independence and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared family reading moments.

Runaway Ralph
Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers, 1970
Award winning
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Spiders
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2019
208 pages
Why to read
Engages children with humor and adventure.
Boosts confidence overcoming fears, promotes bravery.
Encourages empathy and understanding in relationships.
Stimulate curiosity through exciting narratives.

Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Spiders
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2019
Amelia Fang and the Half-Moon Holiday
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2019
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative stimulates imagination and creativity.
Relatable characters foster emotional and social development.
Encourages problem-solving skills through engaging plot twists.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Amelia Fang and the Half-Moon Holiday
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2019
Award winning
Balderdash!: John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books
Michelle Markel, Nancy Carpenter, 2017
36 pages
Why to read
Chronicles the origins of children's literature vividly.
Engaging narrative of an innovative publisher, John Newbery.
Illuminates the transformative power of children’s books.
Encourages passion for reading and literary exploration.

Balderdash!: John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books
Michelle Markel, Nancy Carpenter, 2017
Award winning
Franklin, the Little Bubble (Franklin and Friends)
Harry Endrulat, 2012
24 pages
Why to read
Enhances emotional intelligence through relatable scenarios.
Stimulates young minds with imaginative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and friendship values.
Suitable for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Franklin, the Little Bubble (Franklin and Friends)
Harry Endrulat, 2012
Award winning
The First Adventures of Thelma Thistle and Her Friends: Dyslexia Font
Mrs. Joyce Crawford, Joyce Burton Crawford, 2024
38 pages
Why to read
Tailored Dyslexia-friendly font enhances reading accessibility. - Engaging adventures promote literacy and creativity. - Features relatable, diverse characters for wide appeal. - Supports developmental growth through vibrant storytelling.
