Books like Black and Blue (The Beat Book 2)
Award winning
Final Cut
David Belbin, 1999
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Fosters critical thinking and deductive reasoning.
Captivates with suspenseful and relatable narrative.
Final Cut
David Belbin, 1999
Award winning
Maximilian and the Curse of the Fallen Angel (Max's Lucha Libre Adventures, 4)
Xavier Garza, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative blends cultural folklore with modern themes.
Empowers resilience and courage in facing challenges.
Strengthens understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Interactive adventure enhances decision-making skills.
Maximilian and the Curse of the Fallen Angel (Max's Lucha Libre Adventures, 4)
Xavier Garza, 2020
Award winning
Breakaway: Ready-to-Read Level 2
David Sabino, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging sports-themed narrative for young readers.
Boosts vocabulary with Level 2 reading challenges.
Encourages teamwork and sportsmanship values.
Supports early reading independence.
Breakaway: Ready-to-Read Level 2
David Sabino, 2019
Award winning
The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Combines adventure with gender role exploration.
Supports confidence through courageous characters.
Encourages diversity and inclusivity.
Strengthens reading skills in a fun way.
The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2023
Award winning
Bad Mermaids: On Thin Ice
Sibéal Pounder, 2019
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, boosts creativity and imaginative thinking.
Encourages teamwork, friendship, and bravery.
Engaging narrative fosters language and cognitive skills.
Perfect for family reading time, strengthens bonds.
Bad Mermaids: On Thin Ice
Sibéal Pounder, 2019
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
The Berenstain Bears and the Double Dare
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, 1988
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses peer pressure through engaging storytelling.
Teaches consequences of actions in a relatable way.
Encourages dialogue about values between parents and children.
Supports moral development and decision-making skills.
The Berenstain Bears and the Double Dare
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, 1988
Georgina Finds Herself
Ga Sealy, 2017
44 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-discovery through delightful adventures.
Enhances empathy with relatable, evolving characters.
Encourages resilience and personal growth.
Ideal family reading to discuss self-esteem issues.
