Top-rated books by Ntozake Shange
Coretta Scott
Age: 4-8
Books like Ntozake Shange’s
Cyrano de Bergerac (Classics Illustrated)
Edmond Rostand, 2023
135 pages
Why to read
Timeless story in vivid comic art.
Explores judging beyond appearances.
Balances swashbuckling action and emotion.
Boosts vocabulary through poetic lines.
Cyrano de Bergerac (Classics Illustrated)
Edmond Rostand, 2023
Award winning
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of Kamala Harris’s journey and achievements.
Teaches children about perseverance and importance of education.
Empowers young readers to dream big and aim high.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage children's imagination.
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes, 2020
Award winning
She Sang for India: How M.S. Subbulakshmi Used Her Voice for Change
Suma Subramaniam, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with M.S. Subbulakshmi's impactful life story.
Highlights the power of art in social change.
Encourages cultural appreciation and historical awareness.
Empowers young readers to use their voice positively.
She Sang for India: How M.S. Subbulakshmi Used Her Voice for Change
Suma Subramaniam, 2022
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates dreaming big and refusing to quit.
Introduces real engineering in kid-friendly language.
Colorful art holds attention and sparks questions.
Historical backdrop enriches classroom learning.
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
Award winning
All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Annette Bay Pimentel, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of resilience and empowerment.
Educates on disability rights and activism.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging narrative.
All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Annette Bay Pimentel, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 2020
Award winning
The Seed of Compassion
Dalai Lama Xiv, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches compassion and kindness through engaging tales.
Authored by highly respected global figure, Dalai Lama.
Inspires children to make positive emotional connections.
Encourages a shared reading experience for families.
The Seed of Compassion
Dalai Lama Xiv, 2020
Award winning
Art Is Life: The Life of Artist Keith Haring
Tami Lewis Brown, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity and expression through Keith Haring's life.
Inspires children to appreciate and engage in art.
Teaches importance of perseverance and vision in arts.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual learning and interest.
Art Is Life: The Life of Artist Keith Haring
Tami Lewis Brown, 2020
Award winning
Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro
Monica Brown, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of perseverance and hard work.
Highlights importance of family support and education.
Encourages children to pursue their dreams.
Showcases real-life success through dedication.
