Books like BATTLE (DK Eyewitness Books)
Award winning
All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Annette Bay Pimentel, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of resilience and empowerment.
Educates on disability rights and activism.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging narrative.
All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Annette Bay Pimentel, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 2020
Award winning
An American Army of Two (On My Own History)
Janet Greeson, 1991
48 pages
Why to read
Historical tale enhances kids' understanding of bravery.
Inspires pride in American history and heroes.
Enhances reading skills and historical knowledge.
Empowers young readers through resilient characters.
An American Army of Two (On My Own History)
Janet Greeson, 1991
Award winning
The Gardener of Alcatraz: A True Story
Emma Bland Smith, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through a captivating true story.
Enhances empathy and understanding of historical contexts.
Encourages curiosity and interest in botany and nature.
Supports development of strong reading and comprehension skills.
The Gardener of Alcatraz: A True Story
Emma Bland Smith, 2022
Award winning
An American Story
Kwame Alexander, 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, 2023
Award winning
The Story of Windrush
K.N. Chimbiri, 2020
123 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative on Caribbean immigrants' experiences.
Inspires empathy and cultural understanding in young readers.
Supports discussions about diversity and resilience.
Educational resource with captivating storytelling.
The Story of Windrush
K.N. Chimbiri, 2020
Award winning
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and storytelling.
Inspires with real-life librarian and storyteller Pura Belpré.
Encourages inclusion and diversity through narrative.
Supports language development and historical awareness.
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, 2019
A Roman Soldier (How to Be)
Fiona Macdonald, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Immersive journey into a Roman soldier's historical world.
Encourages interest in history and ancient cultures.
Stimulates curiosity and learning through engaging narrative.
Supports development of children's understanding of past civilizations.
A Roman Soldier (How to Be)
Fiona Macdonald, 2004
Award winning
This is Your Time
Ru, Ruby Bridges, 2020
64 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story by Ruby Bridges, civil rights icon.
Encourages courage, equality, and hope among young readers.
Beautiful illustrations capture the historical context vividly.
Ideal for discussions on history, racism, and resilience.
