Books about Crafts
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (The Vanderbeekers, 4)
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
351 pages
Why to read
Engages with themes of community and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Explores complexities of friendship and family dynamics.
Offers heartwarming, adventurous narrative for young minds.
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (The Vanderbeekers, 4)
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
The Story Of A Puppet: Or The Adventures Of Pinocchio
Carlo Collodi, 2016
238 pages
Why to read
Classic tale inspires honesty, courage in young readers.
Engages imagination with whimsical adventures, memorable characters.
Encourages responsibility, learning from mistakes.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
The Story Of A Puppet: Or The Adventures Of Pinocchio
Carlo Collodi, 2016
Award winning
Princeless
Jeremy Whitley, Jung-Ha Kim, 2012
140 pages
Why to read
Empowers young girls with strong, independent protagonist.
Challenges traditional gender roles, promoting equality.
Adventure-filled plot encourages curiosity and exploration.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Princeless
Jeremy Whitley, Jung-Ha Kim, 2012
Award winning
A Sky-Blue Bench
Bahram Rahman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and perseverance in children.
Illustrates overcoming challenges with creativity.
Enhances empathy through diverse cultural perspectives.
Supports literacy with engaging narrative structure.
A Sky-Blue Bench
Bahram Rahman, 2021
Award winning
After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)
Dan Santat, RHUK, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and overcoming fears.
Illustrates the power of perseverance.
Teaches valuable life lessons through engaging storytelling.
Inspires confidence and courage in young readers.
After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)
Dan Santat, RHUK, 2017
Award winning
Happy Valentine's Day, Dolores
Barbara Samuels, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases themes of love and friendship.
Encourages empathy and understanding in relationships.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading on Valentine’s Day.
Happy Valentine's Day, Dolores
Barbara Samuels, 2005
Award winning
Paper, Paper Everywhere
Gail Gibbons, 1983
32 pages
Why to read
Explores the fascinating journey of paper production.
Encourages environmental awareness and recycling habits.
Stimulates curiosity through engaging illustrations.
Supports early learning about industry and conservation.
Paper, Paper Everywhere
Gail Gibbons, 1983
Award winning
Diana: Princess of the Amazons
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, Victoria Ying, 2020
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of young Diana discovering her strengths. - Addresses themes of friendship, identity, and belonging. - Encourages resilience and self-discovery. - Illustrated with vibrant and appealing artwork.
