Books like The Zillah Rebellion
Rhinos at Recess
Mary Pope Osborne, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline keeps children engaged.
Highlights teamwork and cooperation skills.
Introduces wildlife conservation in an accessible manner.
Supports language development and comprehension.

Rhinos at Recess
Mary Pope Osborne, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.

Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
The Curious Book of Lists: 263 Fun, Fascinating, and Fact-Filled Lists (Curious Lists)
Tracey Turner, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Cultivates curiosity through fun and fascinating facts.
Enhances knowledge with diverse and interesting topics.
Supports development in categorization and organization skills.
Ideal for shared reading, broadening family discussions.

The Curious Book of Lists: 263 Fun, Fascinating, and Fact-Filled Lists (Curious Lists)
Tracey Turner, 2022
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant journey through the colorful streets of Havana.
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
Rich cultural immersion that fosters global awareness.
Engaging narrative that builds relatability and empathy.

All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
Award winning
Thoughts Are Air
Michael Arndt, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Encourages emotional awareness and self-expression.
Strengthens vocabulary and language skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Thoughts Are Air
Michael Arndt, 2021
Tughlaq and the Stolen Sweets (Series: The History Mysteries)
Natasha Sharma, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Explores historical events in a playful, engaging manner.
Encourages curiosity and love for history through storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills and enhances vocabulary.
Interactive narrative fosters critical thinking and reasoning.

Tughlaq and the Stolen Sweets (Series: The History Mysteries)
Natasha Sharma, 2021
Award winning
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging and adventurous narrative.
Characters exhibit teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances curiosity and deductive reasoning.
Enjoyable, interactive reading journey.
