Top-rated books by Kelly Quindlen
She Drives Me Crazy
Age: 12-18
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Award winning
Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience and teamwork through sports narrative.
Showcases the rich histories of Native baseball players.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Inspires young readers with real-life role models.
Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, 2023
Juergen Klopp: (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of renowned football manager Juergen Klopp.
Emphasizes perseverance and achieving dreams.
Introduces children to teamwork and leadership.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Juergen Klopp: (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2023
Award winning
Cyborg Cat and the Night Spider
Ade Adepitan, 2019
192 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure promotes teamwork and resilience.
Features diverse characters, enhancing cultural understanding.
Encourages empathy and friendship through engaging narrative.
Supports development of reading skills and imagination.
Cyborg Cat and the Night Spider
Ade Adepitan, 2019
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Hockey in the Wild (Life in the Wild)
Nicholas Oldland, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship set in a wild environment.
Encourages teamwork and resolving conflicts amicably.
Humor infused narrative keeps young readers captivated.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Hockey in the Wild (Life in the Wild)
Nicholas Oldland, 2020
The Labyrinth of Doom
John Smith, Stuart Gibbs, Chris Choi, Stacy Curtis, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled plot boosts engagement and imaginative thinking.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances problem-solving skills through intriguing challenges.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.
The Labyrinth of Doom
John Smith, Stuart Gibbs, Chris Choi, Stacy Curtis, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: Grime and Punishment
Dav Pilkey, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot fosters imagination and moral lessons.
Characters model resilience, teamwork, and empathy.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Fun, interactive read for children and parents alike.
Dog Man: Grime and Punishment
Dav Pilkey, 2020
Award winning
Karate Kids
Holly Sterling, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates perseverance and teaches resilience through martial arts.
Empowers children with confidence-building and self-discipline themes.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers visually.
Encourages physical activity and interest in learning karate.
