Books like California Gold Rush: Search for Treasure (Adventures in Frontier America Series)
Award winning
A Computer Called Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Helped Put America on the Moon
Suzanne Slade, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with real-life mathematician Katherine Johnson's story.
Highlights perseverance, intelligence, and problem-solving skills.
Encourages interest in STEM among young readers.
Empowers children through historical achievements and resilience.
A Computer Called Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Helped Put America on the Moon
Suzanne Slade, 2019
Award winning
Vile Vikings (Smelly Old History)
Mary Dobson, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging look into Viking history with a humorous twist.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning about different cultures.
Interactive scratch-and-sniff format enhances sensory engagement.
Ideal for shared reading, boosting literacy and bonding.
Vile Vikings (Smelly Old History)
Mary Dobson, 1998
Award winning
If You Were Me and Lived in... Elizabethan England: An Introduction to Civilizations Throughout Time (If You Were Me and Lived In... Cultural)
Carole P. Roman, 2017
52 pages
Why to read
Explore Elizabethan England through a child's eyes.
Enhances historical knowledge and cultural understanding.
Encourages empathy and global awareness.
Interactive and engaging storytelling format.
If You Were Me and Lived in... Elizabethan England: An Introduction to Civilizations Throughout Time (If You Were Me and Lived In... Cultural)
Carole P. Roman, 2017
500 Things to Know About the Ancient World
Carolyn Howitt, 2007
152 pages
Why to read
Engages children's curiosity about ancient civilizations.
Enhances historical knowledge and cultural awareness.
Stimulates interest in archaeology and adventure.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.
500 Things to Know About the Ancient World
Carolyn Howitt, 2007
Award winning
Light for All
Margarita Engle, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through vibrant, engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Stimulates language and cognitive development.
Inspires a sense of community and inclusivity.
Light for All
Margarita Engle, 2021
Award winning
A Pirate's Life for Me
Brownie Macintosh, 1981
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story boosts curiosity and imaginative play.
Characters display teamwork, leadership, and resilience.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Interactive elements engage young readers actively.
A Pirate's Life for Me
Brownie Macintosh, 1981
Award winning
If You Were Me and Lived in... Renaissance Italy: An Introduction to Civilizations Throughout Time
Carole P. Roman, 2016
56 pages
Why to read
Explore Renaissance Italy through a child's imaginative journey.
Engaging storytelling that sparks curiosity about history.
Illustrations that enhance understanding of the era.
Encourages critical thinking about historical contexts.
If You Were Me and Lived in... Renaissance Italy: An Introduction to Civilizations Throughout Time
Carole P. Roman, 2016
Award winning
Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural significance of blue in a captivating way.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and rich storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about history and color symbolism.
Supports understanding of diversity through color exploration.
