Books like Put Your Shoes On & Get Ready!
Award winning
Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and big dreams among young readers.
Beautiful, poetic language enhances vocabulary.
Encourages resilience and persistence in facing challenges.
Ideal for family reading, sparking meaningful discussions.

Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, 2023
Award winning
Ambitious Girl
Meena Harris, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls to embrace ambition positively.
Inspires confidence and self-worth in young readers.
Addresses overcoming societal barriers with resilience.
Encourages leadership qualities and goal-setting.

Ambitious Girl
Meena Harris, 2021
Award winning
Real Princesses Change the World
Carrie Pearson, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires leadership in young girls through engaging stories.
Illustrates diversity and empowerment for positive role models.
Encourages self-confidence and independence in young readers.
Combines fun narratives with educational themes.

Real Princesses Change the World
Carrie Pearson, 2023
Award winning
Because of You, John Lewis
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires activism and leadership through John Lewis' life.
Educates on civil rights history in an accessible way.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement the powerful narrative.

Because of You, John Lewis
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2022
Award winning
The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires justice, equality through Elijah Cummings' life story.
Educational: teaches important civil rights history.
Stimulates discussions on fairness and leadership.
Engages young readers with compelling storytelling.

The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.

There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
Joey: The Story of Joe Biden
Kathleen Krull, Jill Biden, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring, true story of resilience and determination.
Educational insight into American political history.
Encourages civic engagement and leadership qualities.
Written by Joe Biden's spouse, Jill Biden.

Joey: The Story of Joe Biden
Kathleen Krull, Jill Biden, 2020
Award winning
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic
Lilly Workneh, CaShawn Thompson, Diana Odero, 2021
240 pages
Why to read
Celebrates achievements of inspirational Black women.
Empowers young girls with real-life role models.
Enhances knowledge on diverse cultural histories.
Supports development of self-esteem and ambition.
