Books like MEAN GIRLS The Teenage Years - Book 2 - Bully Boy: Books for Girls 12+
Award winning
Girls Can Be Engineers, Too!
Suhani Mitra Tiwari, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls in science, technology, engineering, and math fields.
Inspires creativity and innovation through engaging storytelling.
Builds confidence and shatters stereotypes with strong female leads.
Encourages teamwork and perseverance in problem-solving.

Girls Can Be Engineers, Too!
Suhani Mitra Tiwari, 2023
Award winning
Big Nate: Hug It Out!
Lincoln Peirce, 2019
176 pages
Why to read
Promotes emotional intelligence and conflict resolution.
Humorous, engaging narrative keeps children interested.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports social skills development through storytelling.

Big Nate: Hug It Out!
Lincoln Peirce, 2019
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fostering emotional growth.
Teaches valuable lessons in resilience and friendship.
Boosts empathy with relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages dialogue on overcoming life's hurdles.

The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
Award winning
School Life Inspiring Stories for Kids: Elementary School: 12 Motivational Short Stories Book for Children Back to School Gifts for Kids
Lily Watts, 2023
84 pages
Why to read
Boosts motivation with uplifting and inspirational tales.
Enhances empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages resilience and overcoming challenges.
Ideal back-to-school gift to inspire academic enthusiasm.

School Life Inspiring Stories for Kids: Elementary School: 12 Motivational Short Stories Book for Children Back to School Gifts for Kids
Lily Watts, 2023
Award winning
Last Place Lexi
Jamie Strait, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and overcoming personal challenges.
Supports development of self-esteem and confidence.
Inspires empathy and understanding in young readers.
Engaging storytelling technique captivates children’s interest.

Last Place Lexi
Jamie Strait, 2023
A Bad Case of the Almosts
Janet Sumner Johnson, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood setbacks with humor and grace.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports understanding of emotions and overcoming challenges.
Ideal for engaging family reading and discussion.

A Bad Case of the Almosts
Janet Sumner Johnson, 2023
Beware! There's A Bully In Room 203!
Nona Ransom PhD, Nona Ransom, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses bullying with engaging, thoughtful narrative.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Crafted by expert in child psychology, Dr. Nona Ransom.
