Books like Thomas Jefferson
Award winning
World War 2 for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Second World War
Captivating History, 2023
86 pages
Why to read
Simplifies complex WWII events for young learners.
Encourages historical awareness and understanding.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.
Engaging illustrations captivate children’s interest.
World War 2 for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Second World War
Captivating History, 2023
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
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and storytelling.
Inspires with real-life librarian and storyteller Pura Belpré.
Encourages inclusion and diversity through narrative.
Supports language development and historical awareness.
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, 2019
She Can STEM: 50 Trailblazing Women in Science from Ancient History to Today
Liz Lee Heinecke, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Highlights 50 inspirational women in diverse STEM fields.
Empowers young girls to pursue science and technology careers.
Educates on historical and contemporary female STEM achievements.
Encourages curiosity and perseverance in children’s learning journeys.
She Can STEM: 50 Trailblazing Women in Science from Ancient History to Today
Liz Lee Heinecke, 2024
Award winning
All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Annette Bay Pimentel, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of resilience and empowerment.
Educates on disability rights and activism.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging narrative.
All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Annette Bay Pimentel, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 2020
Award winning
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed the World
Elena Favilli, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls with real-life, inspiring immigrant stories.
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal achievement.
Enhances knowledge on global history and significant contributions.
Stimulates curiosity and fosters a sense of empowerment.
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed the World
Elena Favilli, 2020
Award winning
Sing, Aretha, Sing!
Hanif Abdurraqib, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of Aretha Franklin's rise to fame.
Encourages musical appreciation and historical insight.
Empowers young readers through strong, influential role model.
Stimulates discussions on perseverance and self-belief.
Sing, Aretha, Sing!
Hanif Abdurraqib, 2022
Award winning
Good Books for Bad Children: The Genius of Ursula Nordstrom
Beth Kephart, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Showcases Ursula Nordstrom's groundbreaking children's literature impact.
Inspiring, creative approaches to shaping young minds.
Deep dive into the evolution of modern children's books.
Encourages explorative and innovative thinking in children.
