Books like Shakti Girls: Poems of Inspiring Indian Women
Award winning
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: The Poetry of Mister Rogers
Fred Rogers, 2019
144 pages
Why to read
Celebrates kindness and emotional expression.
Enhances vocabulary and reading fluency.
Encourages empathy and understanding of others.
Family-friendly messages, perfect for shared reading.
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: The Poetry of Mister Rogers
Fred Rogers, 2019
Award winning
An American Story
Kwame Alexander, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Captures essential American historical moments.
Fosters pride and understanding of national identity.
Encourages curiosity about historical events.
Stimulates discussions on cultural heritage.
An American Story
Kwame Alexander, 2023
Award winning
Farmhouse
Sophie Blackall, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging rural setting fosters children's knowledge of farm life.
Vivid illustrations spark creativity and visual learning.
Simple language aids early reading skills.
Encourages empathy through animal and farmer interactions.
Farmhouse
Sophie Blackall, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race
Margot Lee Shetterly, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of pioneering African American mathematicians.
Empowers children with examples of perseverance and intelligence.
Highlights the importance of diversity and teamwork.
Educational content seamlessly integrated with an engaging narrative.
Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race
Margot Lee Shetterly, 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.
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Julián Is a Mermaid
Jessica Love, 2018
80 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-expression and individuality.
Encourages acceptance and understanding of diversity.
Boosts empathy by exploring identity and acceptance.
Vivid illustrations enhance engagement and imagination.
Julián Is a Mermaid
Jessica Love, 2018
Award winning
Spellbook of the Lost and Found
Moïra Fowley-Doyle, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Mystery unfolds with each page, sparking curiosity.
Enhances critical thinking through complex, intertwining plots.
Characters demonstrate resilience and cooperation.
Themes of loss and recovery resonate emotionally.
