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Books like Invisible Son
Award winning
This Is My America
Kim Johnson, 2020
416 pages
Why to read
Addresses racial injustices through compelling narrative.
Inspires critical thinking and empathy in young readers.
Encourages discussions on fairness and justice.
Enhances awareness of social issues.
This Is My America
Kim Johnson, 2020
Award winning
Daylight Saving
Edward Hogan, 2012
220 pages
Why to read
Thrilling mystery engages young minds effectively.
Enhances time management and history comprehension.
Encourages resilience through character development.
Supports emotional growth and friendship values.
Daylight Saving
Edward Hogan, 2012
Fangs
Malorie Blackman, Tony Blundell, 1998
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot with surprising twists.
Encourages empathy through diverse character perspectives.
Highlights importance of friendship and understanding.
Supports cognitive development and emotional intelligence.
Fangs
Malorie Blackman, Tony Blundell, 1998
Award winning
The Night Sky in my Head
Sarah Hammond, 2012
304 pages
Why to read
Explores complex themes with a gentle, approachable tone.
Encourages empathy and understanding through protagonist's journey.
Enhances imaginative thinking and memory skills.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
The Night Sky in my Head
Sarah Hammond, 2012
In Mike We Trust
P.E. Ryan, 2009
321 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of trust, identity, and personal growth.
Encourages understanding of complex family dynamics.
Stimulates empathy and moral reasoning in young readers.
Engaging narrative that keeps the pages turning.
In Mike We Trust
P.E. Ryan, 2009
Award winning
Troubadour
Mary Hoffman, 2010
304 pages
Why to read
Explores historical settings through engaging narrative.
Encourages cultural understanding and diversity appreciation.
Stimulates curiosity about historical events and figures.
Supports development of empathy and moral reasoning.
Troubadour
Mary Hoffman, 2010
Award winning
Roxy
Neal Shusterman, Jarrod Shusterman, 2021
384 pages
Why to read
Engages with impactful, thought-provoking narrative.
Encourages empathy through deep, relatable character connections.
Explores complex themes in an accessible manner.
Supports critical thinking and discussion.
Roxy
Neal Shusterman, Jarrod Shusterman, 2021
Award winning
Dreamer
Heidi Harris, Delilah Gose, 2015
296 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with vivid, dream-like adventures.
Characters exhibit resilience and growth.
Encourages creative thinking and curiosity.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bond.
