Books like Afterglow
Award winning
Climb On
Erin Harper, Katrina Stewart, Susie Davis, 2023
37 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fuels curiosity and exploration.
Characters embody resilience and teamwork.
Stimulates critical thinking and perseverance.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Climb On
Erin Harper, Katrina Stewart, Susie Davis, 2023
Award winning
Dana's Decision
Jennifer Chandler, Kimberly Martinez, 2023
139 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-confidence and decision-making skills.
Addresses childhood dilemmas with sensitivity and insight.
Inspires young readers through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.
Dana's Decision
Jennifer Chandler, Kimberly Martinez, 2023
Award winning
An American Story
Kwame Alexander, Dare Coulter, Little, Brown Young Readers, Stacy Gonzalez, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Captures essential American historical moments.
Fosters pride and understanding of national identity.
Encourages curiosity about historical events.
Stimulates discussions on cultural heritage.
An American Story
Kwame Alexander, Dare Coulter, Little, Brown Young Readers, Stacy Gonzalez, 2023
Award winning
The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires wonder through cosmic adventure and discovery.
Enhances understanding of friendship, bravery, and curiosity.
Stimulates interests in astronomy and space exploration.
Supports literacy skills with engaging storytelling techniques.
The Comet
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2022
Award winning
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, Sara Palacios, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly celebrates Cuban culture through lively market scenes.
Enhances bilingual skills, introduces Spanish vocabulary.
Encourages appreciation of family bonds and traditions.
Supports cognitive and social-emotional development.
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, Sara Palacios, 2021
Award winning
The Blue
Erin Hourigan, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and color recognition.
Enhances emotional understanding through character interactions.
Encourages exploration of feelings and empathy.
Ideal for bonding over shared reading sessions.
The Blue
Erin Hourigan, 2022
The Fall of Snow (1)
Mark Ampaw, George Roberts, Jeremy Salmon, 2015
28 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enriches imagination and creativity.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse perspectives.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and comprehension skills.
The Fall of Snow (1)
Mark Ampaw, George Roberts, Jeremy Salmon, 2015
Great Journeys: Set Six (Trailblazers)
David Orme, 2009
36 pages
Why to read
Explores historical adventures with engaging narratives.
Enhances knowledge of geography and cultures.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
