Books like Nicky & Vera: A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued
Award winning
The Wind Singer
William Nicholson, Peter Sís, 2000
486 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Explores themes of freedom and societal structure.
Supports development of personal and social identity.
The Wind Singer
William Nicholson, Peter Sís, 2000
Award winning
Robinson
Peter Sís, 2017
48 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and adventure through imaginative storytelling.
Enhances understanding of friendship, resilience, and self-reliance.
Visually captivating illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Robinson
Peter Sís, 2017
Award winning
Ice Cream Summer
Peter Sís, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages literacy skills with playful, rhyming text.
Integrates fun facts about history and geography.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Ice Cream Summer
Peter Sís, 2015
Award winning
The Train of States
Peter Sís, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Teaches U.S. geography through fun, whimsical trains.
Encourages memorization and recall skills development.
Interactive reading experience for parents and children.
The Train of States
Peter Sís, 2004
Award winning
Fire Truck Board Book
Peter Sís, 1998
28 pages
Why to read
Bright, bold illustrations captivate young, curious minds.
Simple, rhythmic text supports early language development.
Introduces young readers to emergency response vehicles.
Sturdy board book design withstands toddler handling.
Fire Truck Board Book
Peter Sís, 1998
Award winning
Trucks Trucks Trucks Board Book
Peter Sís, 1999
28 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Simple, repetitive text aids early literacy skills.
Introduces basic concepts of sizes, shapes, and colors.
Encourages curiosity about mechanics and movement.
Trucks Trucks Trucks Board Book
Peter Sís, 1999
Award winning
Monday's Troll
Jack Prelutsky, Peter Sís, 1996
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with whimsical, humorous poetry.
Enhances vocabulary through creative wordplay.
Encourages emotional expression through fantastical themes.
Strengthens reading skills with rhythmic cadence.
Monday's Troll
Jack Prelutsky, Peter Sís, 1996
Award winning
The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
100 pages
Why to read
Captures pioneering spirit and historical American lifestyle.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character development.
Supports understanding of familial and societal roles.
Engages young readers with vivid, descriptive storytelling.
