Books like Marcos, Did You Hear Me?
Award winning
The Four Take on Fifth
Sawyer Wright, Brooklyn Hollaway, Iris Hong, Jessica Yi, 2023
125 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey with engaging twists.
Encourages teamwork and strong friendships.
Enhances analytical skills through mystery-solving.
Ideal for young, curious minds.

The Four Take on Fifth
Sawyer Wright, Brooklyn Hollaway, Iris Hong, Jessica Yi, 2023
Award winning
Behr and Gary The Great: A True Underdog Story
Irvin Coston, D G, 2023
55 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of resilience and friendship.
Enhances empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Encourages overcoming challenges through teamwork.

Behr and Gary The Great: A True Underdog Story
Irvin Coston, D G, 2023
Dylan's Cosydoze
Elsa Joseph, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating story fosters imagination and early literacy skills.
Warm relatable characters, encouraging empathy and friendship.
Encourages parent-child bonding over cozy storytime moments.
Addresses gentle bedtime routines and the importance of sleep.

Dylan's Cosydoze
Elsa Joseph, 2017
Award winning
Meeting Exceptional Friends
Lindsey Larsen, Lora Look, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity through unique, exceptional characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional and social development effectively.
Engaging narrative that captivates children’s imagination.

Meeting Exceptional Friends
Lindsey Larsen, Lora Look, 2022
Award winning
Stargazer Sue and the Solar Eclipse
Abbey Campbell Cook, Tom Campbell, Tayyaba Riaz, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Inspires interest in astronomy and science.
Highlights the value of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages curiosity and a love for nature.
Portrays personal growth and overcoming challenges.

Stargazer Sue and the Solar Eclipse
Abbey Campbell Cook, Tom Campbell, Tayyaba Riaz, 2023
Toofy
Hadassah Morris-Rijpstra, 2011
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and creativity.
Builds empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Supports early literacy and language skills development.

Toofy
Hadassah Morris-Rijpstra, 2011
Award winning
The Underland: A Branches Book
Katrina Charman, Judit Tondora, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative boosts engagement and curiosity.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through character challenges.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Enhances emotional intelligence through relatable conflicts.

The Underland: A Branches Book
Katrina Charman, Judit Tondora, 2022
Award winning
Rory's Return
Jennifer Chandler, Kimberly Martinez, 2023
139 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure ignites curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify resilience and adaptability.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.
