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Award winning
The Horribly Hungry Gingerbread Boy: A San Francisco Story
Elisa Kleven, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale with vibrant San Francisco backdrop.
Encourages cultural awareness and geographical knowledge.
Stimulates imagination through whimsical storytelling.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
The Horribly Hungry Gingerbread Boy: A San Francisco Story
Elisa Kleven, 2016
The Chicken Problem
Jennifer Oxley, Billy Aronson, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with problem-solving and math concepts.
Fun and humorous story encourages interactive reading.
Introduces relatable characters for emotional development.
Stimulates curiosity through engaging plot twists.
The Chicken Problem
Jennifer Oxley, Billy Aronson, 2012
Award winning
Egghead: Book 5 (The Aldo Zelnick Comic Novel Series)
Karla Oceanak, Kendra Spanjer, 2012
160 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with humor and creativity.
Enhances vocabulary through playful word games.
Strengthens problem-solving with quirky challenges.
Encourages artistic expression through illustrations.
Egghead: Book 5 (The Aldo Zelnick Comic Novel Series)
Karla Oceanak, Kendra Spanjer, 2012
Award winning
Iggy Is Better Than Ever
Annie Barrows, Sam Ricks, 2020
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling fosters creativity and imagination.
Iggy’s adventures teach valuable life lessons.
Supports development of empathy and resilience.
Illustrations enhance visual understanding and enjoyment.
Iggy Is Better Than Ever
Annie Barrows, Sam Ricks, 2020
Award winning
I Love You Like Yellow
Andrea Beaty, Vashti Harrison, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates vibrant emotions through colorful, poetic language.
Stimulates visual and emotional learning in young minds.
Encourages bonding through shared reading experiences.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
I Love You Like Yellow
Andrea Beaty, Vashti Harrison, 2022
Award winning
Jasper John Dooley: Left Behind
Ben Clanton, Caroline Adderson, 2013
132 pages
Why to read
Captures emotions of feeling left out, enhances empathy.
Encourages creativity through engaging and relatable scenarios.
Supports language development with rich, accessible vocabulary.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
Jasper John Dooley: Left Behind
Ben Clanton, Caroline Adderson, 2013
Award winning
Hey Black Child
Useni Eugene Perkins, Bryan Collier, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers black children through affirming, poetic language.
Celebrates cultural identity and encourages self-esteem.
Inspires confidence and dreams through rhythmic verses.
Ideal for parent-child bonding during reading time.
Hey Black Child
Useni Eugene Perkins, Bryan Collier, 2017
Award winning
The Library
Sarah Stewart, David Small, Randye Kaye, 1995
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates joy and importance of libraries in communities.
Inspires love for reading through vivid, engaging illustrations.
Encourages curiosity and lifelong learning in young minds.
Fosters appreciation for quiet reflection and knowledge.
