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Award winning
Splinters of Sunshine
Andy Stanton, Patrice Lawrence, Miguel Ordóñez, Miguel Ordonez Andy Stanton, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and intellectual growth.
Explores themes of resilience and friendship.
Enhances empathy through diverse character experiences.
Encourages exploration of complex emotions and situations.

Splinters of Sunshine
Andy Stanton, Patrice Lawrence, Miguel Ordóñez, Miguel Ordonez Andy Stanton, 2018
Award winning
Tea for Two
Melody Mews, Ellen Stubbings, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Fosters imagination through a whimsical tea party storyline.
Characters model friendship, sharing, and politeness.
Encourages language development and social skills.
Perfect for a cozy, interactive read-aloud time.

Tea for Two
Melody Mews, Ellen Stubbings, 2021
Look at Me : Self-Portraits in Art
Ruth Thomson, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Explores art history through engaging self-portrait examples.
Enhances children's understanding of identity and self-expression.
Encourages creativity and artistic appreciation in young readers.
Provides a captivating and educational art journey.

Look at Me : Self-Portraits in Art
Ruth Thomson, 2005
Award winning
Ling & Ting: Not Exactly the Same!
Grace Lin, 2011
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality through charming, relatable twin characters.
Engages young readers with culturally rich, vibrant illustrations.
Encourages acceptance and appreciation of differences.
Enhances early literacy and storytelling skills.

Ling & Ting: Not Exactly the Same!
Grace Lin, 2011
Award winning
This Brings Me Joy
Kori J. Spriggs, Kori Jenkins, 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Encourages emotional intelligence and joy identification.
Enhances vocabulary through joyful, descriptive language.
Supports social skills development through character interactions.
Stimulating illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

This Brings Me Joy
Kori J. Spriggs, Kori Jenkins, 2023
Award winning
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, Susan Gal, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches children about history and resilience through storytelling.
Inspires empathy and understanding through real-life tales.
Beautiful photographs enhance the engaging narrative.
Encourages family discussions about heritage and memory.

The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, Susan Gal, 2022
Artists Workshop: Landscapes
Clare Roundhill, Penny King, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Explore diverse landscapes through engaging artistic techniques.
Stimulates creativity and appreciation for natural beauty.
Encourages observational skills and artistic expression.
Ideal for family bonding over art projects.

Artists Workshop: Landscapes
Clare Roundhill, Penny King, 1996
Award winning
Just For You!: Only the Stars
Dee Boyd, Anna Rich, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through celestial-themed storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
Builds empathy by exploring diverse character emotions.
Supports parent-child bonding over shared reading.
