Books like Silent Night, Holy Night: The Story Behind Our Favorite Christmas Carol (Traditions of Faith from Around the World)
Award winning
A Beautiful Story: Jesus & St. Nick
Sarah French, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Blends historical figures with heartfelt storytelling.
Encourages values of kindness and generosity.
Supports understanding of diverse cultural traditions.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
A Beautiful Story: Jesus & St. Nick
Sarah French, 2023
Award winning
The Elf on the Shelf: Night Before Christmas
Chanda A Bell, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Festive and engaging Christmas Eve adventure.
Enhances emotional connection to holiday traditions.
Supports reading comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ideal for parent-child festive reading time.
The Elf on the Shelf: Night Before Christmas
Chanda A Bell, 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Book
Emily Kilgore, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Festive story ignites the magic of Christmas.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading times.
Boosts vocabulary with engaging holiday-themed words.
Supports understanding of cultural holiday traditions.
The Christmas Book
Emily Kilgore, 2022
Award winning
Halloween Adventures Around the World: A Spooktacular Journey of Halloween Traditions
J.P. Anthong Williams, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Explore global Halloween traditions in a fun, educational way.
Vivid illustrations captivate and enhance storytelling.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Promotes family bonding through shared reading adventures.
Halloween Adventures Around the World: A Spooktacular Journey of Halloween Traditions
J.P. Anthong Williams, 2023
Award winning
Carla and the Christmas Cornbread
Carla Hall, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Captures festive spirit through engaging, heartwarming storyline.
Highlights importance of family, tradition, and generosity.
Encourages culinary curiosity and creativity among children.
Beautifully illustrated, supports visual literacy development.
Carla and the Christmas Cornbread
Carla Hall, 2021
Award winning
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Modern retelling enhances connection to historical spiritual song.
Stunning illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Fosters cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Encourages family discussions on faith and resilience.
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
Our Day of the Dead Celebration
Ana Aranda, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural significance of Day of the Dead.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.
Our Day of the Dead Celebration
Ana Aranda, 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.
