Books like The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey
Award winning
Ruby's Chinese New Year
Vickie Lee, Joey Chou, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Chinese culture through vibrant storytelling.
Introduces Chinese New Year traditions to young readers.
Enhances cultural understanding and diversity awareness.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading time.

Ruby's Chinese New Year
Vickie Lee, Joey Chou, 2017
Award winning
Balloons over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade
Melissa Sweet, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Chronicles creativity in puppet-making and parades.
Inspires children with real-life artistic achievements.
Enhances knowledge of American cultural history.
Encourages curiosity and innovation in young readers.

Balloons over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade
Melissa Sweet, 2011
Award winning
Splinters of Sunshine
Andy Stanton, Patrice Lawrence, Miguel Ordóñez, Miguel Ordonez Andy Stanton, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and intellectual growth.
Explores themes of resilience and friendship.
Enhances empathy through diverse character experiences.
Encourages exploration of complex emotions and situations.

Splinters of Sunshine
Andy Stanton, Patrice Lawrence, Miguel Ordóñez, Miguel Ordonez Andy Stanton, 2020
Award winning
Pablo Picasso
Andrew Langley, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Insightful look into Picasso's revolutionary artistic contributions.
Encourages creativity and appreciation for visual arts.
Vivid imagery and engaging storytelling captivate young readers.
Supports art history education in an accessible format.

Pablo Picasso
Andrew Langley, 2003
Award winning
Pocket Bios: Vincent van Gogh
Al Berenger, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrated introduction to Van Gogh's life and works.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Simplified biography suitable for early learners' comprehension.
Inspires curiosity about historical figures and art history.

Pocket Bios: Vincent van Gogh
Al Berenger, 2019
Award winning
Frida Kahlo: Activities for Kids
Marisa Boan, 2021
33 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through art-focused activities.
Introduces children to iconic artist Frida Kahlo.
Supports learning of cultural and historical contexts.
Interactive, hands-on projects enrich experience.

Frida Kahlo: Activities for Kids
Marisa Boan, 2021
Award winning
Drawn Together
Minh Lê, Dan Santat, 2020
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and multigenerational bonding.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Emphasizes communication through art and storytelling.
Promotes mutual understanding and respect.

Drawn Together
Minh Lê, Dan Santat, 2020
Award winning
Inside Art Movements: Impressionism
Susie Brooks, 2018
64 pages
Why to read
Introduces Impressionism through engaging and colorful illustrations.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Simplifies complex art concepts for child-friendly understanding.
Inspires creativity and curiosity about historical art movements.
