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Books like Some Girls Do
Award winning
Verona Comics
Jennifer Dugan, 2020
352 pages
Why to read
Explores family dynamics and personal identity.
Addresses mental health with sensitivity and insight.
Encourages empathy and understanding among readers.
Highlights the importance of communication and honesty.
Verona Comics
Jennifer Dugan, 2020
Award winning
Listen to My Heart (Love Stories, Super Edition, #1)
Applegate Katherine, 1996
186 pages
Why to read
Captivating narrative enhances emotional and social development.
Encourages empathy and understanding through dynamic characters.
Strengthens literacy with engaging dialogue and vivid descriptions.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over shared reading sessions.
Listen to My Heart (Love Stories, Super Edition, #1)
Applegate Katherine, 1996
Award winning
Freakboy
Kristin Elizabeth Clark, 2016
448 pages
Why to read
Addresses gender identity and self-discovery themes.
Encourages empathy, understanding in adolescent readers.
Written in engaging, thought-provoking verse format.
Supports open discussions about identity and acceptance.
Freakboy
Kristin Elizabeth Clark, 2016
Award winning
Imposter
Antony John, 2015
320 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery captivates and enhances critical thinking.
Characters display resilience, promoting personal growth.
Themes of trust and friendship enrich moral development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Imposter
Antony John, 2015
Award winning
True Love: Three Novels
Lurlene N. Mcdaniel, 2012
672 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of love, relationships, and personal growth.
Encourages empathy, understanding, and emotional development.
Supports literacy skills through engaging narrative structure.
Ideal for family reading time, fostering discussions.
True Love: Three Novels
Lurlene N. Mcdaniel, 2012
Award winning
This Must Be Love
Tui T. Sutherland, 2004
256 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and loyalty.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Engaging narrative keeps young readers captivated.
Supports language skills and comprehension enhancement.
This Must Be Love
Tui T. Sutherland, 2004
Award winning
Lives of the Athletes: Thrills, Spills (and What the Neighbors Thought)
Kathleen Krull, Kathryn Hewitt, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Reveals lesser-known facts about famous athletes.
Engaging stories, promoting curiosity and learning.
Highlights perseverance, teamwork, and personal growth.
Perfect blend of education and entertainment.
Lives of the Athletes: Thrills, Spills (and What the Neighbors Thought)
Kathleen Krull, Kathryn Hewitt, 2013
Award winning
Lowriders to the Center of the Earth: Lowriders in Space
Cathy Camper, Raúl The Third, 2016
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Strengthens cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Encourages creativity through unique storytelling.
Fosters teamwork and friendship values.
