Books like Adèle & Simon in China
Award winning
Dahlia
Barbara McClintock, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and imagination.
Characters display resilience and growth, ideal for young minds.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Perfect blend of fun and learning, enhances reading skills.
Dahlia
Barbara McClintock, 2002
Award winning
The Five Forms
Barbara McClintock, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination through enchanting, mystical animal transformations.
Fosters creativity and curiosity with each magical scenario.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character challenges.
Supports emotional and social growth in young readers.
The Five Forms
Barbara McClintock, 2017
Award winning
Mary and the Mouse, The Mouse and Mary
Beverly Donofrio, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Unique perspective on friendship across different species.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse relationships.
Stimulates imagination with charming illustrations.
Supports language development and narrative skills.
Mary and the Mouse, The Mouse and Mary
Beverly Donofrio, 2007
Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
¡Vamos! Let's Cross the Bridge
Raúl The Third, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, dynamic illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Cultural exploration enriches children’s global awareness and understanding.
Supports language development with bilingual English-Spanish text.
Encourages adventure and curiosity in everyday settings.
¡Vamos! Let's Cross the Bridge
Raúl The Third, 2021
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant journey through the colorful streets of Havana.
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
Rich cultural immersion that fosters global awareness.
Engaging narrative that builds relatability and empathy.
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
Award winning
FGTeeV: Out of Time!
Fgteev, Miguel Díaz Rivas, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and curiosity.
Characters model teamwork and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Engaging narrative promotes a love for reading.
