Books like Trendy Topics: Nonfiction (High-Interest/Low-Readability)
Award winning
Trendy Topics: Fiction (High-Interest/Low-Readability)
Sherrill B. Flora M.S., Jo Browning Wroe, 2011
128 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with exciting, high-interest topics.
Simple language aids comprehension for struggling readers.
Supports development of critical thinking and curiosity.
Encourages sustained reading through engaging storytelling.
Trendy Topics: Fiction (High-Interest/Low-Readability)
Sherrill B. Flora M.S., Jo Browning Wroe, 2011
The Bench
Jo Browning Wroe, Meghan Markle, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Engages young minds with compelling, heartfelt storytelling.
Supports emotional development and resilience.
Beautifully illustrated, enhances visual literacy.
The Bench
Jo Browning Wroe, Meghan Markle, 2021
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on historical events through narrative storytelling.
Addresses complex themes with age-appropriate language.
Encourages awareness and understanding of racial history.
Supports discussions on equality and human rights.
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
Rumple Buttercup: A Story of Bananas, Belonging, and Being Yourself
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2019
136 pages
Why to read
Celebrates uniqueness and self-acceptance.
Encourages embracing individual differences.
Delightful illustrations enhance engagement.
Supports social and emotional development.
Rumple Buttercup: A Story of Bananas, Belonging, and Being Yourself
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2019
Award winning
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and self-acceptance.
Stunning illustrations enhance the storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of one's heritage.
Strengthens self-esteem in young readers.
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho, 2021
Award winning
Here We Are
Oliver Jeffers, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires awe and curiosity about Earth and universe.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.
Beautifully simplifies complex global concepts.
