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Award winning
The Cryptid Club #3: The Chupacabra Hoopla
Michael Brumm, Jeff Mack, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure with mythical creatures. - Enhances curiosity and imaginative thinking. - Encourages teamwork and friendship values. - Engaging narrative for young readers.

The Cryptid Club #3: The Chupacabra Hoopla
Michael Brumm, Jeff Mack, 2023
Award winning
Hippo & Rabbit in Brave Like Me (3 More Tales) (Scholastic Reader, Level 1)
Jeff Mack, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales encourage courage and confidence.
Simple text supports early reading skills.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Perfect for shared parent-child reading sessions.

Hippo & Rabbit in Brave Like Me (3 More Tales) (Scholastic Reader, Level 1)
Jeff Mack, 2011
Oh No, Hippo!
Heather Pindar, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Engaging story fosters empathy and social skills.
Encourages language development through playful text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Oh No, Hippo!
Heather Pindar, 2022
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.

There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
A Book, Too, Can Be a Star
Charlotte Jones Voiklis, Jennifer Adams, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and exploration in young minds.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Supports literacy development in early learners.
Enhances parent-child bonding over shared reading.

A Book, Too, Can Be a Star
Charlotte Jones Voiklis, Jennifer Adams, 2022
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives
Dav Pilkey, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through diverse storytelling techniques.
Strengthens visual literacy with engaging illustrations.
Supports emotional development with relatable themes.
Interactive layout fosters reader involvement and reflection.

Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives
Dav Pilkey, 2021
Award winning
Hello, Mister Blue
Daria Peoples, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through engaging storytelling.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy.

Hello, Mister Blue
Daria Peoples, 2023
Award winning
The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through musical and colorful storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and self-expression in children.
Supports developmental milestones with engaging narratives.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading times.
