Books about Heroism
Award winning
Nicky & Vera: A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued
Peter Sís, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of courage and resilience.
Highlights the power of compassion and heroism.
Educational content on historical events, promotes awareness.
Captivating illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.

Nicky & Vera: A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued
Peter Sís, 2021
Award winning
Nicholas St. North and the Battle of the Nightmare King: The Guardians
William Joyce, Laura Geringer Bass, 2011
228 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure filled with magical elements.
Builds resilience through Nicholas St. North's journey.
Encourages creativity and belief in oneself.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing familial bonds.

Nicholas St. North and the Battle of the Nightmare King: The Guardians
William Joyce, Laura Geringer Bass, 2011
Award winning
Johnny The Ambulance Vol. 2: Hometown Heroes
Bryant Skeen, Justin C. Trout, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventure-filled storyline.
Teaches value of community help.
Strengthens empathy and cooperation.
Interactive and captivating illustrations.

Johnny The Ambulance Vol. 2: Hometown Heroes
Bryant Skeen, Justin C. Trout, 2023
The Golden Wasp
Tony Abbott, 2000
115 pages
Why to read
Adventure fantasy enhancing cognitive and creative development.
Features teamwork, fostering social and emotional skills.
Engages young readers with mystery-solving elements.
Supports vocabulary expansion and reading comprehension.

The Golden Wasp
Tony Abbott, 2000
Award winning
The Bravest Blacksmith
Thomas S. Owens, 1999
56 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and resilience in young readers.
Highlights the value of hard work and persistence.
Supports development of self-confidence and independence.
Engaging narrative that makes learning enjoyable.

The Bravest Blacksmith
Thomas S. Owens, 1999
Award winning
The Horrifyingly Haunted Hack-A-Ween
Meredith Rusu, 2020
64 pages
Why to read
Spooky, engaging narrative enhances imagination and creativity.
Characters display teamwork, build empathy and social skills.
Introduces problem-solving in exciting, accessible ways.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching parent-child bonding.

The Horrifyingly Haunted Hack-A-Ween
Meredith Rusu, 2020
Award winning
Rags: Hero Dog of WWI: A True Story
Margot Theis Raven, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Inspirational true story, promotes historical knowledge.
Underlines bravery and loyalty through Rags' adventures.
Encourages empathy and understanding of war impacts.
Enhances connection with historical events via storytelling.

Rags: Hero Dog of WWI: A True Story
Margot Theis Raven, 2014
Award winning
The Only Living Boy #5: To Save a Shattered World
David Gallaher, 2017
72 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline enhances engagement and curiosity.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Stimulates problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Supports development of empathy and emotional intelligence.
