Books like Wee Winnie Witch's Skinny
Award winning
Many Thousand Gone: African Americans from Slavery to Freedom
Virginia Hamilton, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon, 1993
160 pages
Why to read
Explores journey from slavery to freedom vividly.
Educational content on African American history.
Inspires empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports conversations on racial justice and equality.
Many Thousand Gone: African Americans from Slavery to Freedom
Virginia Hamilton, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon, 1993
Award winning
Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales
Virginia Hamilton, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon, 1995
128 pages
Why to read
Celebrates rich African American cultural heritage.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Stimulates imagination with engaging storytelling.
Fosters identity and belonging in young readers.
Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales
Virginia Hamilton, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon, 1995
What Can You Spot in Winnie's World?
Valerie Thomas Korky Paul, Valerie Thomas, Korky Paul, Valerie Tomas, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children in interactive spotting and searching activities.
Stimulates visual recognition and vocabulary development.
Encourages curiosity and attention to detail.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain interest.
What Can You Spot in Winnie's World?
Valerie Thomas Korky Paul, Valerie Thomas, Korky Paul, Valerie Tomas, 2013
Titchy Witch and the Babysitting Spell
Rose Impey, Katharine McEwen, 2014
26 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot promotes creative thinking and imagination.
Relatable witch character teaches resilience and problem-solving.
Encourages empathy through sibling relationships and mishaps.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parental bonding.
Titchy Witch and the Babysitting Spell
Rose Impey, Katharine McEwen, 2014
Blackberry Magic
Enid Blyton, 1997
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating magical adventures, stimulates children's imagination.
Characters teach valuable lessons in friendship and resilience.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through engaging narratives.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bonds.
Blackberry Magic
Enid Blyton, 1997
Smidge
Beth Shoshan, Jenny Arthur, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks children's curiosity and imagination.
Features relatable and diverse characters, enhancing social awareness.
Encourages critical thinking through engaging narrative twists.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Smidge
Beth Shoshan, Jenny Arthur, 2004
Sophella's Birthday Wish
Maggi Nicholas, Stephanie Hewitt, Anita Ho, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming, magical story sparks imagination and joy.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Perfect for family reading, strengthens bonds.
Sophella's Birthday Wish
Maggi Nicholas, Stephanie Hewitt, Anita Ho, 2020
Award winning
Cheri and Julian go to the Halloween Candy Castle
Cheri and Julian, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey to a magical candy castle.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play in children.
Teaches teamwork and the value of cooperation.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding time.
