Books like Saltypie: A Choctaw Journey from Darkness Into Light
Baloney and Friends: Dream Big!
Greg Pizzoli, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and big dreams in young readers.
Engaging illustrations enhance the narrative experience.
Encourages perseverance and friendship through challenges.
Perfect for shared reading, fostering family bonds.
Baloney and Friends: Dream Big!
Greg Pizzoli, 2023
Award winning
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Maya Angelou's resilient, triumphant life story.
Encourages empathy, understanding diverse experiences.
Empowers children with themes of courage and hope.
Educational insight into historical and cultural contexts.
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
Award winning
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken
Hannah Holt, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and historical facts.
Enhances knowledge about cultural evolution of clothing.
Encourages curiosity and learning through quirky storytelling.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken
Hannah Holt, 2022
Award winning
Michael Rosen's Sad Book
Michael Rosen, Quentin Blake, 2004
31 pages
Why to read
Addresses complex emotions through engaging, relatable narratives.
Helps children understand and articulate feelings of sadness.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence development.
Provides comfort and reassurance during difficult times.
Michael Rosen's Sad Book
Michael Rosen, Quentin Blake, 2004
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
Award winning
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity and self-expression through illustration.
Inspires overcoming dyslexia with relatable protagonist.
Encourages perseverance and individuality for young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in storytelling.
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
Award winning
Islandborn
Junot Díaz, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and diversity through storytelling.
Enhances understanding of heritage and community.
Encourages creativity and memory recall.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Islandborn
Junot Díaz, 2018
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.
