Books like The Orphan Boy
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.

Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Award winning
The Cape of Wonders
Kevin Johnson, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with a magical, captivating narrative.
Features relatable, diverse characters promoting inclusivity.
Enhances problem-solving through engaging plot twists.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading adventures.

The Cape of Wonders
Kevin Johnson, 2023
Award winning
Egyptian Myths: Meet the Gods, Goddesses, and Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt
Jean Menzies, Katie Ponder, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Explore ancient Egypt's rich mythology and history.
Engages kids with captivating god and goddess tales.
Enhances cultural knowledge and historical understanding.
Stimulates curiosity in young, developing minds.

Egyptian Myths: Meet the Gods, Goddesses, and Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt
Jean Menzies, Katie Ponder, 2022
Award winning
All Because You Matter
Tami Charles, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through affirming, lyrical prose.
Celebrates diversity and individual importance.
Fosters emotional intelligence and self-worth.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.

All Because You Matter
Tami Charles, 2020
Award winning
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through playful, imaginative language.
Supports language development with engaging, quirky dialogues.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Builds vocabulary with unique and amusing wordplay.

Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
Award winning
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
168 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of adventure and moral lessons.
Cultivates empathy through diverse animal character perspectives.
Strengthens understanding of responsibility and respect.
Ideal for shared reading and family discussion.

The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
Award winning
The Quest for the Techno Artifact
Gary R. Gray Jr., 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled plot sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters display teamwork, resilience, and resourcefulness.
Encourages technological interest and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Quest for the Techno Artifact
Gary R. Gray Jr., 2023
Award winning
Ida B. Wells, Voice of Truth
Michelle Duster, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Ida B. Wells' fight for justice.
Empowers children with real historical role models.
Enhances awareness of social issues and equality.
Stimulates discussions on history and rights.
