Books like Barbara Park
Award winning
Thurgood Marshall
Jill C. Wheeler, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Thurgood Marshall's impactful life story.
Highlights courage and justice themes.
Encourages educational discussions on civil rights.
Supports history learning and literacy skills.
Thurgood Marshall
Jill C. Wheeler, 2021
Award winning
Bengal Cats (Cats Set 5: Designer Cats)
Jill C. Wheeler, 2011
24 pages
Why to read
Insightful exploration of Bengal Cats characteristics.
Fosters appreciation for animal care and responsibility.
Supports learning about biology and animal behavior.
Colorful illustrations engage young readers visually.
Bengal Cats (Cats Set 5: Designer Cats)
Jill C. Wheeler, 2011
Award winning
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Mae Woods, 2000
24 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of pioneer life vividly.
Inspires resilience and resourcefulness in young readers.
Engages with historical context, enhancing educational value.
Encourages family reading and discussion.
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Mae Woods, 2000
Award winning
Good Books for Bad Children: The Genius of Ursula Nordstrom
Beth Kephart, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Showcases Ursula Nordstrom's groundbreaking children's literature impact.
Inspiring, creative approaches to shaping young minds.
Deep dive into the evolution of modern children's books.
Encourages explorative and innovative thinking in children.
Good Books for Bad Children: The Genius of Ursula Nordstrom
Beth Kephart, 2023
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
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of Ketanji Brown Jackson's rise to success.
Highlights perseverance, ambition, and self-belief.
Educational content about the U.S. judicial system.
Empowers children to dream big and work hard.
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2023
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.
