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Award winning
Maya Angelou: Voices in Poetry
Patricia Kirkpatrick, Lisbeth Kaiser, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Maya Angelou's monumental impact through poetry.
Inspires children with powerful, motivational themes.
Fosters appreciation for diversity and resilience.
Supports literacy and poetic expression enhancements.
Maya Angelou: Voices in Poetry
Patricia Kirkpatrick, Lisbeth Kaiser, 2016
Award winning
WE ARE ALL CONNECTED: CARING FOR EACH OTHER & THE EARTH
Gabi Garcia, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy and environmental responsibility in young readers.
Illustrates interconnectedness through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages discussions on caring and community importance.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.
WE ARE ALL CONNECTED: CARING FOR EACH OTHER & THE EARTH
Gabi Garcia, 2022
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through creative, colorful storytelling.
Stimulates imagination with quirky, engaging plot.
Supports social skills development with relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive family reading sessions.
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
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
We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates environmental stewardship and cultural heritage.
Inspires activism and community involvement.
Vibrant illustrations enhance storytelling.
Empowers young readers to protect natural resources.
We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom, 2020
Award winning
Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera
Candace Fleming, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly illustrates the life cycle of a honeybee.
Engages kids in learning about nature and science.
Beautiful, detailed illustrations enhance understanding.
Encourages respect and appreciation for nature.
Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera
Candace Fleming, 2020
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4)
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through collaborative storytelling.
Enhances social skills and teamwork among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children.
Supports emotional development with relatable scenarios.
