Books like The Brontes: The Fantastically Feminist (and Totally True) Story of the Astonishing Authors
Award winning
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
56 pages
Why to read
Introduces Walt Whitman’s historical significance creatively.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, poetic language.
Inspires appreciation for American history and culture.
Stimulating illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
Award winning
Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Gwendolyn Brooks' remarkable poetic journey.
Enhances appreciation for poetry and literary expression.
Celebrates resilience and determination in creative pursuits.
Supports literacy and language development.
Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2020
Award winning
Viva Frida
Yuyi Morales, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, imaginative exploration of artist Frida Kahlo's life.
Stunning visuals complement simple, poetic text.
Encourages creativity and self-expression in children.
Bilingual text enriches language development.
Viva Frida
Yuyi Morales, 2014
Award winning
Dalí and the Path of Dreams
Anna Obiols, Anna Obiols Llopart, Joan Subirana Queralt "Subi", Joan Subirana, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through Salvador Dalí's whimsical adventures.
Introduces children to art and artistic expression.
Encourages exploration of dreams and imagination.
Beautiful illustrations complement a captivating narrative.
Dalí and the Path of Dreams
Anna Obiols, Anna Obiols Llopart, Joan Subirana Queralt "Subi", Joan Subirana, 2004
Award winning
Visiting Vincent Van Gogh (Adventures in Art)
Caroline Breunesse, 1997
30 pages
Why to read
Explores art history through engaging narrative.
Encourages visual learning and creativity in children.
Highlights Vincent Van Gogh’s masterpieces and techniques.
Supports educational development in art appreciation.
Visiting Vincent Van Gogh (Adventures in Art)
Caroline Breunesse, 1997
Award winning
The Year of the Book: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Abigail Halpin, 2012
146 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and cultural identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character development.
Supports literacy and language skills enhancement.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
The Year of the Book: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Abigail Halpin, 2012
Award winning
Pablo Picasso: A Bilingual Book in English and Spanish
Marisa Boan, 2021
33 pages
Why to read
Bilingual learning: English and Spanish text for dual exposure.
Introduces children to renowned artist Pablo Picasso creatively.
Enhances language skills and cultural awareness simultaneously.
Captivating visuals complementing engaging dual-language storytelling.
Pablo Picasso: A Bilingual Book in English and Spanish
Marisa Boan, 2021
Award winning
The Slug and the Snail
Oein De Bharduin, Olya Anima, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates empathy through unique character perspectives.
Enhances language skills with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Supports understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Engaging narrative that holds children's interest.
