Books like Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
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
I Am Leonardo Da Vinci: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative about Leonardo Da Vinci's creativity.
Inspires curiosity and innovation in young readers.
Highlights historical figures in an accessible way.
Encourages exploration of art, science, and technology.

I Am Leonardo Da Vinci: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2020
Award winning
The Met Hokusai: He Saw the World in a Wave
Susie Hodge, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Explores art history through engaging storytelling.
Enhances cultural appreciation and global awareness.
Stimulates visual learning and creativity.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Met Hokusai: He Saw the World in a Wave
Susie Hodge, 2021
Award winning
How We Got to the Moon: The People, Technology, and Daring Feats of Science Behind Humanity's Greatest Adventure
John Rocco, 2020
264 pages
Why to read
Encourages curiosity about science and technology.
Highlights teamwork, innovation in overcoming challenges.
Visual storytelling enhances understanding and retention.
Inspires awe and excitement about space exploration.

How We Got to the Moon: The People, Technology, and Daring Feats of Science Behind Humanity's Greatest Adventure
John Rocco, 2020
Award winning
The Artivist
Nikkolas Smith, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and activism through engaging storytelling.
Highlights the power of art in social change.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports development of personal and social identity.

The Artivist
Nikkolas Smith, 2023
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.

The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Pluto Gets the Call
Stacy Mcanulty, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages children with fun, space-themed adventures. - Builds empathy through Pluto's emotional journey. - Encourages curiosity about astronomy and planets. - Supports language development with playful narrative.

Pluto Gets the Call
Stacy Mcanulty, 2023
Award winning
Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Gwendolyn Brooks' remarkable poetic journey.
Enhances appreciation for poetry and literary expression.
Celebrates resilience and determination in creative pursuits.
Supports literacy and language development.

