Books like Sunflower Sal
Award winning
Going Through the Gate
Janet S. Anderson, Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1979
123 pages
Why to read
Encourages personal growth and transformation.
Engages with themes of responsibility and choice.
Supports understanding of transitions and new beginnings.
Ideal for discussions on coming-of-age challenges.

Going Through the Gate
Janet S. Anderson, Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg, 1979
Award winning
Let's Clean Up! (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)
Erson, Peggy Perry Anderson, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages teamwork and responsibility through engaging narrative.
Supports understanding of daily routines and organization.
Colorful illustrations captivate and hold child's attention.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Let's Clean Up! (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)
Erson, Peggy Perry Anderson, 2002
Award winning
Blaze and Thunderbolt
Erson, C.W., C.W. Anderson, 1955
48 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline boosts children's curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork, bravery, and perseverance.
Enhances vocabulary and critical thinking through engaging narratives.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.

Blaze and Thunderbolt
Erson, C.W., C.W. Anderson, 1955
Award winning
Games Magazine Junior Kids' Big Book of Games
Erson, Karen C. Anderson, 1990
176 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fun, challenging puzzles and games.
Enhances problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
Encourages interactive play and social development.
Provides hours of entertainment and educational value.

Games Magazine Junior Kids' Big Book of Games
Erson, Karen C. Anderson, 1990
Award winning
Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2017
224 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enlivens children's imagination.
Characters foster emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Stimulates interest in reading through engaging storytelling.

Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2017
Award winning
Meet a Dentist! (In Our Neighborhood)
Erson, AnnMarie Anderson, Lisa Hunt, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to dental health in a fun way.
Features diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages curiosity about community roles.
Bright illustrations engage young readers.

Meet a Dentist! (In Our Neighborhood)
Erson, AnnMarie Anderson, Lisa Hunt, 2021
Award winning
Big Ben
Erson, Rachel, Rachel Anderson, anderson-rachel, 2007
123 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with exciting, adventurous storytelling.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Supports literacy development with engaging narrative.

Big Ben
Erson, Rachel, Rachel Anderson, anderson-rachel, 2007
Award winning
Sean's War
Erson, Leone Castell Anderson, Sheila Kelly Welch, J. Eric Anderson, 2014
174 pages
Why to read
Engrossing historical adventure for young readers.
Enhances knowledge of history through captivating storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Supports development of critical thinking and curiosity.
