Books like Mary Anne and Many Babies
Award winning
Mary Anne and Miss Priss
Ann M. Martin, 1994
160 pages
Why to read
Engages children with relatable and compelling friendship dynamics.
Encourages emotional growth and understanding of diverse personalities.
Enhances empathy through character development and interaction.
Provides entertaining, yet meaningful, conflict resolution themes.
Mary Anne and Miss Priss
Ann M. Martin, 1994
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Birthday: A Graphic Novel
Ann M. Martin, 2023
156 pages
Why to read
Relatable story for young readers about growing up and friendship.
Engaging graphic novel format that brings the story to life.
Positive messages about kindness and perseverance.
Part of a popular series that encourages children to read more.
Karen's Birthday: A Graphic Novel
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
The Meanest Doll in the World
Brian Selznick, Ann M. Martin, Laura Godwin, 2003
304 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure enriches problem-solving skills.
Addresses self-esteem and peer pressure.
Fosters empathy and relationships understanding.
Enhances imaginative play and creativity.
The Meanest Doll in the World
Brian Selznick, Ann M. Martin, Laura Godwin, 2003
Award winning
Karen's Sleepover (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #9)
Ann M. Martin, 1990
112 pages
Why to read
Enhances empathy through relatable friendship challenges.
Stimulates imagination with engaging sleepover adventures.
Supports social skills development and inclusion.
Encourages reading through accessible, captivating narrative.
Karen's Sleepover (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #9)
Ann M. Martin, 1990
Award winning
This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through dynamic, relatable baby characters.
Engaging rhythmic text enhances phonetic awareness.
Stimulates early language development and social skills.
Bright illustrations captivate and maintain child's interest.
This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
I'm So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are
Ainsley Earhardt, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and self-worth.
Encourages positive self-esteem and confidence.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding and shared reading time.
