Books like Just Because
Award winning
Chicks Rule!
Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen, 2019
34 pages
Why to read
Empowers young readers through positive female role models.
Illustrations captivate and engage children's imaginations.
Promotes teamwork and perseverance in problem-solving.
Fun, empowering narrative enhances reading enjoyment.
Chicks Rule!
Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen, 2019
Award winning
Show-How Guides: Pumpkin Carving
Renee Kurilla, Keith Zoo, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Step-by-step guide for family pumpkin carving fun.
Enhances fine motor skills and creative expression.
Fosters family bonding and shared seasonal activities.
Visual, easy-to-follow illustrations boost comprehension.
Show-How Guides: Pumpkin Carving
Renee Kurilla, Keith Zoo, 2022
Award winning
Orangutanka: A Story in Poems
Margarita Engle, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant wildlife through rhythmic, engaging poems.
Encourages appreciation for nature and animal conservation.
Enhances linguistic skills with unique poetic structures.
Inspiring, educational journey into the orangutan’s world.
Orangutanka: A Story in Poems
Margarita Engle, 2015
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
Award winning
Gordon Visits Denmark: Volume 1
Anna Emilie Hoffman, Pauline Stokholm, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Experience the charm and beauty of Denmark through Gordon's eyes.
Learn about Danish culture, history, and traditions.
Discover the importance of friendship and courage in new experiences.
Enjoy a heartwarming story that will inspire readers to explore the world.
Gordon Visits Denmark: Volume 1
Anna Emilie Hoffman, Pauline Stokholm, 2023
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with giant adventures.
Encourages empathy through unique character connections.
Enhances vocabulary with whimsical language.
Supports problem-solving skills, critical thinking.
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
Award winning
Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging Storyline: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' offers an engaging and relatable storyline that captures the challenges and triumphs of childhood, making it a great read for young readers who are navigating their own personal growth and learning experiences.
Positive Role Models: The book features positive role models, including the main character, Roosevelt Banks, who demonstrates the importance of perseverance, honesty, and kindness, providing young readers with a character they can look up to and learn from.
Humor and Entertainment: Laurie Calkhoven's writing style incorporates humor and fun, which keeps readers entertained while also delivering important life lessons. This makes reading enjoyable and can help instill a love of reading in children.
Development of Reading Skills: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' is well-suited for middle-grade readers who are looking to improve their reading skills. The vocabulary and sentence structure are designed to challenge young readers in a supportive way, contributing to their literacy development.
Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
Award winning
Dog Man: Fetch-22
Dav Pilkey, 2019
240 pages
Why to read
Exciting superhero adventures engage young readers.
Enhances problem-solving skills through captivating stories.
Fosters empathy and teamwork in children.
Supports literacy development with fun, readable text.
