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How to Write a Poem
Kwame Alexander, Melissa Sweet, Deanna Nikaido, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and expression through poetry.
Teaches poetic forms and techniques, educational.
Encourages children's confidence in writing.
Fun, interactive reading for family bonding.

How to Write a Poem
Kwame Alexander, Melissa Sweet, Deanna Nikaido, 2023
Award winning
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creative thinking and imagination.
Humorous narrative, ideal for enjoyable family reading time.
Teaches important lessons about responsibility and decision-making.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold children’s attention.

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.

Cat Kid Comic Club
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Award winning
Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Captivating antics ensure engaging, enjoyable reading.
Showcases friendship and teamwork dynamics.
Encourages creative problem-solving through humorous challenges.
Ideal for enhancing young readers' engagement and comprehension.

Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce, 2022
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The Artivist
Nikkolas Smith, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and activism through engaging storytelling.
Highlights the power of art in social change.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports development of personal and social identity.

The Artivist
Nikkolas Smith, 2023
Award winning
The Red Ear Blows Its Nose: Poems for Children and Others
Robert Schechter, 2023
118 pages
Why to read
Creative poems spark imagination and creativity.
Engaging themes suitable for children and adults alike.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills through rhyme.
Encourages emotional expression and articulation.

The Red Ear Blows Its Nose: Poems for Children and Others
Robert Schechter, 2023
Award winning
Good Books for Bad Children: The Genius of Ursula Nordstrom
Beth Kephart, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Showcases Ursula Nordstrom's groundbreaking children's literature impact.
Inspiring, creative approaches to shaping young minds.
Deep dive into the evolution of modern children's books.
Encourages explorative and innovative thinking in children.

Good Books for Bad Children: The Genius of Ursula Nordstrom
Beth Kephart, 2023
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.


