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Beyoncé: A Who Was? Illustrated Biography (Who Was? Illustrated Biographies)
Tyiana Combs, Who HQ, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires confidence and perseverance.
Colorful art makes facts fun.
Teaches cultural impact of music.
Encourages community engagement.
Beyoncé: A Who Was? Illustrated Biography (Who Was? Illustrated Biographies)
Tyiana Combs, Who HQ, 2025
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.
Who Is Cristiano Ronaldo?
James Buckley Jr., 2022
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates dreaming big and refusing to quit.
Introduces real engineering in kid-friendly language.
Colorful art holds attention and sparks questions.
Historical backdrop enriches classroom learning.
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
Award winning
1,001 Facts About Pitchers (Major League Baseball : First Base Books)
Dk Publishing, Jim Gigliotti, Matt Marini, 2004
168 pages
Why to read
Detailed and accurate information on baseball pitchers.
Enhances sports knowledge and vocabulary development.
Stimulates interest in sports and team activities.
Promotes retention through factual and engaging content.
1,001 Facts About Pitchers (Major League Baseball : First Base Books)
Dk Publishing, Jim Gigliotti, Matt Marini, 2004
Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse, loving families.
Inspires creativity and imagination.
Teaches resilience after mistakes.
Gorgeous art boosts visual literacy.
Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love, 2025
The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip: A Graphic Novel (The First Cat in Space, 3)
Mac Barnett, 2025
272 pages, Paperback
Why to read
Laugh-out-loud space hijinks.
Strong teamwork role models.
Easy-to-follow graphic panels.
Great springboard for STEM chats.
The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip: A Graphic Novel (The First Cat in Space, 3)
Mac Barnett, 2025
The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei
Jeanne Walker Harvey, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creative problem-solving.
Celebrates multicultural achievement.
Shows perseverance amid criticism.
Beautiful, discussion-rich artwork.
The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei
Jeanne Walker Harvey, 2025
Pigeon Math
Asia Citro, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Turns math into an engaging game.
Encourages prediction and quick thinking.
Funny, expressive animal characters.
Ideal for shared read-aloud fun.
