Books about Cities
Award winning
Footpath Flowers
Jonarno Lawson, Sydney Smith, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases importance of kindness, empathy in everyday moments.
Boosts observational skills through detailed, colorful illustrations.
Encourages appreciation for small, often overlooked beauties.
Wordless narrative fosters imagination and storytelling skills.

Footpath Flowers
Jonarno Lawson, Sydney Smith, 2016
Award winning
Keith Haring: The Boy Who Just Kept Drawing
Kay Haring, Robert Neubecker, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and expression through vibrant illustrations.
Highlights importance of perseverance in pursuing passions.
Encourages appreciation for art and self-expression.
Perfect for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Keith Haring: The Boy Who Just Kept Drawing
Kay Haring, Robert Neubecker, 2017
Award winning
City Cat
Lauren Castillo, Kate Banks, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Encourages exploration and curiosity about different cities.
Supports language development and geographical awareness.
Fosters a sense of adventure and independent thinking.

City Cat
Lauren Castillo, Kate Banks, 2013
Award winning
Look Inside A Roman Town
Conrad Mason, 2013
14 pages
Why to read
Explore ancient Roman life through vivid illustrations.
Promotes historical awareness and cultural understanding.
Interactive flaps engage young readers' curiosity.
Supports development of observational skills.

Look Inside A Roman Town
Conrad Mason, 2013
Award winning
Song of the Old City
Anna Pellicioli, Merve Atilgan, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and enhance visual learning.
Explores cultural diversity, fostering global awareness.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive text.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.

Song of the Old City
Anna Pellicioli, Merve Atilgan, 2020
Award winning
Muddy: The Story of Blues Legend Muddy Waters
Michael James Mahin, Evan Turk, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates musical legend Muddy Waters' life and achievements.
Inspires children through perseverance and passion themes.
Illustrations vividly depict the era of the blues.
Encourages musical exploration and historical appreciation.

Muddy: The Story of Blues Legend Muddy Waters
Michael James Mahin, Evan Turk, 2018
Award winning
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, Paola Escobar, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and storytelling.
Inspires with real-life librarian and storyteller Pura Belpré.
Encourages inclusion and diversity through narrative.
Supports language development and historical awareness.

Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, Paola Escobar, 2023
Ricky's Rat Gang
Anthony Masters, 2004
123 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure story stimulates imagination.
Features teamwork, fostering social skills development.
Encourages resilience and resourcefulness in challenges.
Ideal for enhancing young readers' vocabulary.
