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Horrible Science Nasty Nature
Nick Arnold, 1996
208 pages
Why to read
Explores intriguing aspects of nature through fun facts.
Encourages scientific curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Combines humor with learning to engage children effectively.
Addresses natural world wonders and phenomena captivatingly.

Horrible Science Nasty Nature
Nick Arnold, 1996
Award winning
Suffering Scientists
Nick Arnold, 2000
224 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with exciting scientific adventures.
Encourages curiosity and love for science.
Supports STEM learning through entertaining storytelling.
Addresses real-world problems with creativity.

Suffering Scientists
Nick Arnold, 2000
Award winning
Thomas & Friends: The 12 Engines of Christmas
Nick Arnold, 2012
80 pages
Why to read
Festive story sparks holiday excitement and joy.
Encourages counting skills through engaging train adventures.
Strengthens understanding of teamwork and friendship.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.

Thomas & Friends: The 12 Engines of Christmas
Nick Arnold, 2012
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
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.

Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Rumple Buttercup: A Story of Bananas, Belonging, and Being Yourself
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2019
136 pages
Why to read
Celebrates uniqueness and self-acceptance.
Encourages embracing individual differences.
Delightful illustrations enhance engagement.
Supports social and emotional development.

Rumple Buttercup: A Story of Bananas, Belonging, and Being Yourself
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2019
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
Farmhouse
Sophie Blackall, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging rural setting fosters children's knowledge of farm life.
Vivid illustrations spark creativity and visual learning.
Simple language aids early reading skills.
Encourages empathy through animal and farmer interactions.
