Books like Owen
Award winning
Invisible: A Graphic Novel
Christina Diaz Gonzalez, Gabriela Epstein, 2022
208 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with vibrant, compelling illustrations.
Explores themes of friendship and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Ideal for enhancing emotional and social skills.
Invisible: A Graphic Novel
Christina Diaz Gonzalez, Gabriela Epstein, 2022
Award winning
Alice’s Adventures Under Ground (Illustrated)
Lewis Carroll, 2023
84 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical storytelling.
Encourages logic and reasoning through complex character interactions.
Boosts vocabulary with rich, playful language.
Illustrations enhance visual understanding and engagement.
Alice’s Adventures Under Ground (Illustrated)
Lewis Carroll, 2023
Award winning
Race to the Sun
Rebecca Roanhorse, 2020
306 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed, engaging Navajo mythology.
Strong, relatable protagonist fosters confidence.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Emphasizes importance of cultural heritage.
Race to the Sun
Rebecca Roanhorse, 2020
Award winning
Stellarlune: Keeper of the Lost Cities
Shannon Messenger, 2022
728 pages
Why to read
Explores complex themes with age-appropriate storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Fosters creativity and imagination in young readers.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence.
Stellarlune: Keeper of the Lost Cities
Shannon Messenger, 2022
Award winning
Clean Getaway
Nic Stone, 2020
239 pages
Why to read
Explores complex themes through a captivating road-trip narrative.
Addresses racial awareness and socio-historical education.
Encourages empathy, understanding diverse perspectives.
Strengthens family bonds, shared reading adventures.
Clean Getaway
Nic Stone, 2020
Award winning
The Swiss Family Robinson: A New Translation From The Original German
Johann David Wyss, 2022
532 pages
Why to read
Classic adventure tale promoting family unity and resilience.
Encourages ingenuity and resourcefulness in challenging situations.
Explores themes of survival, exploring, and natural world appreciation.
Ideal for boosting vocabulary and historical context understanding.
The Swiss Family Robinson: A New Translation From The Original German
Johann David Wyss, 2022
The Hawthorne Legacy: TikTok Made Me Buy It
Jennifer Lynn Barnes, 2021
384 pages
Why to read
Thrilling mystery captivates and stimulates young minds.
Strong, relatable protagonist encourages resilience and confidence.
Supports development of reasoning and analytical skills.
Engages and educates through a riveting narrative.
The Hawthorne Legacy: TikTok Made Me Buy It
Jennifer Lynn Barnes, 2021
Award winning
Spin the Dawn: The Blood of Stars
Elizabeth Lim, 2019
392 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through its vibrant, imaginative storytelling.
Empowers resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Enhances understanding of diverse cultures and histories.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading sessions.
