Books about Responsibility
Award winning
My Way to Good Choices
Elizabeth Cole, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Emphasizes importance of making wise, thoughtful choices.
Engages young readers with colorful, captivating illustrations.
Supports emotional and moral development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

My Way to Good Choices
Elizabeth Cole, 2023
Award winning
Henry and the Paper Route
Beverly Cleary, 1957
224 pages
Why to read
Captures childhood independence and resourcefulness.
Encourages perseverance and goal-setting in young readers.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging storytelling.
Fosters empathy through relatable character development.

Henry and the Paper Route
Beverly Cleary, 1957
The Animal Shelter Mystery
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Gertrude Warner, 1991
128 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a captivating mystery plot.
Introduces lovable, relatable animal characters.
Encourages empathy and moral reasoning.
Fosters curiosity and problem-solving skills.

The Animal Shelter Mystery
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Gertrude Warner, 1991
Henry Heckelbeck and the Not-So-Dark Day (18)
Wanda Coven, 2025
128 pages
Why to read
Science meets magic in kid-friendly adventure.
Shows healthy handling of mistakes.
Illustrations support early readers.
Promotes curiosity and responsibility.

Henry Heckelbeck and the Not-So-Dark Day (18)
Wanda Coven, 2025
Award winning
Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little
Peggy Gifford, Valorie Fisher, 2007
92 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative captures children's attention.
Encourages persistence and creative problem-solving.
Highlights importance of completing tasks.
Appeals to reluctant readers through humor.

Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little
Peggy Gifford, Valorie Fisher, 2007
Junie B. First Grader: One-Man Band
Barbara Park, 2003
87 pages
Why to read
Captures school-life experiences, making it relatable.
Encourages creativity and self-expression through music.
Develops empathy and understanding amongst peers.
Supports vocabulary expansion and language skills.

Junie B. First Grader: One-Man Band
Barbara Park, 2003
Award winning
That's Not My Mess!
Cheryl Allison Barber, 2022
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages responsibility and cleanliness in a fun way.
Interactive narrative, engaging young readers directly.
Colorful, captivating illustrations enhance story enjoyment.
Strengthens early reading and comprehension skills.

That's Not My Mess!
Cheryl Allison Barber, 2022
Award winning
The 5 O'Clock Band
Troy, Rews, Troy Andrews, Bill Taylor, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant exploration of New Orleans culture and music.
Teaches importance of community and heritage.
Encourages musical interest and artistic expression.
Fosters resilience and problem-solving in young readers.
