Books like Dav Pilkey (Your Favorite Authors)
Award winning
Vera Vance: Comics Star (After-School Superstars)
Claudia Mills, Grace Zong, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through engaging comic book creation.
Addresses challenges in friendships and self-confidence.
Highlights perseverance and personal growth.
Ideal for encouraging artistic expression in children.
Vera Vance: Comics Star (After-School Superstars)
Claudia Mills, Grace Zong, 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
Award winning
Mark Twain: Young Writer (Childhood of Famous Americans)
Miriam E. Mason, 1942
192 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with Twain's adventurous childhood.
Inspires creativity through historical and relatable narratives.
Enhances understanding of American literary heritage.
Encourages a passion for reading and history.
Mark Twain: Young Writer (Childhood of Famous Americans)
Miriam E. Mason, 1942
Award winning
A Little Princess: With Illustrated
Frances Hodgson Burnett, 2018
368 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Showcases themes of friendship, compassion, and perseverance.
Enhances empathy and social understanding in young readers.
Visually engaging illustrations complement the captivating narrative.
A Little Princess: With Illustrated
Frances Hodgson Burnett, 2018
Award winning
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Maya Angelou's resilient, triumphant life story.
Encourages empathy, understanding diverse experiences.
Empowers children with themes of courage and hope.
Educational insight into historical and cultural contexts.
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
Award winning
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches children about history and resilience through storytelling.
Inspires empathy and understanding through real-life tales.
Beautiful photographs enhance the engaging narrative.
Encourages family discussions about heritage and memory.
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, 2022
Award winning
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages positive values like friendship and bravery.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills.
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Octopus Stew
Eric Velásquez, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family connections.
Encourages creativity and resilience in problem-solving.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
