Books like Four Corners:Beatrix Potter
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
Sisters First
Jenna Bush Hager, Barbara Pierce Bush, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates sisterhood with warmth and charm.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy among siblings.
Encourages cooperation and understanding in family relationships.
Inspiring story with positive role models.

Sisters First
Jenna Bush Hager, Barbara Pierce Bush, 2019
William Shakespeare (Who Was...?)
RupertF Christiansen, 2004
160 pages
Why to read
Introduces Shakespeare's life in a captivating, child-friendly manner.
Enhances historical knowledge and appreciation for literature.
Inspires creativity through Shakespeare's intriguing stories.
Ideal for boosting literacy and critical thinking skills.

William Shakespeare (Who Was...?)
RupertF Christiansen, 2004
Award winning
The Adventures of Mark Twain by Huckleberry Finn
Robert Burleigh, 2011
48 pages
Why to read
Blends historical facts with fictional adventures.
Strengthens understanding of American literature and history.
Encourages creativity through Mark Twain’s witty narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bond.

The Adventures of Mark Twain by Huckleberry Finn
Robert Burleigh, 2011
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.

Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2020
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
Letters to Anyone and Everyone
Toon Tellegen, 1996
156 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship, emotion through delightful animal characters.
Fosters creativity, empathy with whimsical letter-writing tales.
Engages young readers with captivating narrative style.
Strengthens reading skills, broadens vocabulary effectively.

Letters to Anyone and Everyone
Toon Tellegen, 1996
Award winning
The Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-discovery and intellectual curiosity.
Encourages self-confidence through engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development and perseverance.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

