Books like Russia - the people (Lands, Peoples, and Cultures)
Award winning
The World Belonged to Us
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Captures joyful essence of childhood adventures.
Encourages teamwork and community building.
Enhances empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates imagination through vibrant storytelling.
The World Belonged to Us
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
I Survived the Wellington Avalanche, 1910
Lauren Tarshis, 2022
144 pages
Why to read
Captivating historical adventure enhances history learning.
Builds resilience through characters' survival stories.
Encourages curiosity about natural phenomena and disasters.
Offers insights into overcoming challenges with courage.
I Survived the Wellington Avalanche, 1910
Lauren Tarshis, 2022
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on historical events through narrative storytelling.
Addresses complex themes with age-appropriate language.
Encourages awareness and understanding of racial history.
Supports discussions on equality and human rights.
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
In Time
Marina Ruiz, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters imagination through adventure and time travel.
Encourages empathy through relatable and diverse characters.
Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Supports vocabulary growth and understanding.
In Time
Marina Ruiz, 2024
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Award winning
Ketanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Kekla Magoon, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through Justice Jackson's real-life story.
Highlights determination in overcoming societal barriers.
Educational insight into the U.S. judicial system.
Encourages discussions on equality and justice.
Ketanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Kekla Magoon, 2023
Dhara's Revolution
Varsha Seshan, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through strong, relatable protagonist Dhara.
Highlights the importance of resilience and determination.
Encourages young readers to stand up for justice.
Ideal for promoting discussions on ethics and fairness.
Dhara's Revolution
Varsha Seshan, 2023
Award winning
Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural significance of blue in a captivating way.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and rich storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about history and color symbolism.
Supports understanding of diversity through color exploration.
