Books like Neela: Victory Song (Girls of Many Lands)
Award winning
The Legend of Gravity
Charly Palmer, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and perseverance through engaging storytelling.
Boosts understanding of teamwork and friendship values.
Stimulates curiosity about science and gravity concepts.
Encourages emotional growth and empathy development.
The Legend of Gravity
Charly Palmer, 2022
Award winning
Finn's First Song: A Whaley Big Adventure
Gerry Daly, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy.
Encourages curiosity about marine life and conservation.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Finn's First Song: A Whaley Big Adventure
Gerry Daly, 2021
Award winning
The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee
Julie Leung, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of a fearless female pilot.
Celebrates courage, perseverance, and breaking barriers.
Highlights historical significance and cultural diversity.
Empowers young readers through positive role models.
The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee
Julie Leung, 2021
Award winning
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of Ketanji Brown Jackson's rise to success.
Highlights perseverance, ambition, and self-belief.
Educational content about the U.S. judicial system.
Empowers children to dream big and work hard.
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2023
Award winning
I Am Mozart, Too
Audrey Ades, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through music-themed storytelling.
Highlights historical figures in an accessible way for kids.
Encourages musical interest and historical curiosity.
Supports development of identity and self-expression.
I Am Mozart, Too
Audrey Ades, 2022
Award winning
Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant historical and musical insights.
Introduces Duke Ellington's impactful contributions to jazz.
Inspires creativity through rich, narrative storytelling.
Stimulates interest in musical arts and history.
Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2007
Award winning
Dance Class 3-in-1 #3 (3) (Dance Class Graphic Novels)
Crip, Beka, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, energetic art captures young readers' attention.
Encourages teamwork and friendship through dance.
Boosts understanding of perseverance and commitment.
Engaging storylines that promote emotional growth.
Dance Class 3-in-1 #3 (3) (Dance Class Graphic Novels)
Crip, Beka, 2021
Award winning
How Jelly Roll Morton Invented Jazz
Jonah Winter, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Explores the origins of jazz through engaging storytelling.
Introduces historical figures in an accessible, relatable way.
Encourages appreciation for music and its cultural impact.
Stimulates interest in history and musical creativity.
