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I Am Muhammad Ali: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and determination through Ali's life story.
Teaches importance of self-belief and perseverance to kids.
Highlights historical and cultural significance of Muhammad Ali.
Encourages children to stand up for their beliefs.

I Am Muhammad Ali: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2022
Beyond the Game: Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Whetstone (Beyond the Game: Athletes Change the World)
Andrew Maraniss, 2025
96 pages
Why to read
True tale of courage and activism.
Engaging sports action fuels interest.
Highlights Indigenous culture respectfully.
Promotes empathy and civic awareness.

Beyond the Game: Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Whetstone (Beyond the Game: Athletes Change the World)
Andrew Maraniss, 2025
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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
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
Simone Biles: Volume 103
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Simone Biles' determination and achievements.
Teaches resilience and the importance of hard work.
Encourages young readers to pursue their dreams.
Highlights the value of sportsmanship and teamwork.

Simone Biles: Volume 103
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
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
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Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and big dreams among young readers.
Beautiful, poetic language enhances vocabulary.
Encourages resilience and persistence in facing challenges.
Ideal for family reading, sparking meaningful discussions.

Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, 2023
Award winning
Who Is Cristiano Ronaldo?
James Buckley Jr., 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Cristiano Ronaldo's real-life success story.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and hard work.
Engaging sports-themed narrative for young readers.
Encourages goal-setting and personal growth.

