Books about Bluntness
Award winning
I Have a Dream (Book & CD)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Kadir Nelson, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
- Inspiring message from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech.
- Encourages equality, peace, and understanding.
- Includes CD with original speech audio.
- Suitable for teaching historical context and values.
I Have a Dream (Book & CD)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Kadir Nelson, 2012
Award winning
Bad Kitty Drawn to Trouble
Nick Bruel, 2013
128 pages
Why to read
- Engages creativity with interactive drawing lessons.
- Humorous narrative enhances reading enjoyment.
- Encourages artistic expression in young readers.
- Supports comprehension through dynamic storytelling.
Bad Kitty Drawn to Trouble
Nick Bruel, 2013
Award winning
Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are?
Dr. Seuss, 1973
56 pages
Why to read
- Whimsical Dr. Seuss rhymes inspire joy and creativity.
- Teaches gratitude and perspective through engaging narratives.
- Boosts empathy, understanding diverse life experiences.
- Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are?
Dr. Seuss, 1973
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Do-It-Yourself Book
Jeff Kinney, 2011
214 pages
Why to read
- Encourages creativity through interactive journaling.
- Fosters self-expression and personal reflection.
- Enhances literacy skills and narrative understanding.
- Engaging and humorous format for young readers.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Do-It-Yourself Book
Jeff Kinney, 2011
Award winning
I Am Gandhi: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, Christopher Eliopoulos, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
- Inspires with Gandhi’s peaceful, impactful life story.
- Encourages moral values and perseverance among young readers.
- Empowers kids to believe in making positive changes.
- Illustrated narrative makes history accessible and engaging.
I Am Gandhi: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, Christopher Eliopoulos, 2017
Award winning
Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, Dan Santat, 2013
36 pages
Why to read
- Explores dynamic interactions among diverse animal characters.
- Encourages empathy and understanding of ecological roles.
- Stimulating visual storytelling enhances cognitive development.
- Supports vocabulary expansion and factual knowledge acquisition.
Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, Dan Santat, 2013
Award winning
Grumpy Monkey Who Threw That?
Suzanne Lang, Max Lang, 2022
88 pages
Why to read
- Helps children explore emotions through engaging storytelling.
- Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
- Supports social and emotional development effectively.
- Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Grumpy Monkey Who Threw That?
Suzanne Lang, Max Lang, 2022
Award winning
Peanut Goes for the Gold
Jonathan Van Ness, Gillian Reid, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
- Inspirational story celebrating individuality and uniqueness.
- Encourages persistence and following one's passions.
- Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
- Promotes inclusivity and understanding diverse perspectives.
