Books like Henry Works
Award winning
The Water-Babies: Wordsworth Children's Classics - A Magical Journey beneath the Waves: Adventures of the Water-Babies
Charles Kingsley, 1863
336 pages
Why to read
Engaging underwater adventure stimulates child's imagination.
Teaches values of kindness and moral courage.
Encourages curiosity about natural world and sciences.
Beautifully illustrated, enhances visual literacy.

The Water-Babies: Wordsworth Children's Classics - A Magical Journey beneath the Waves: Adventures of the Water-Babies
Charles Kingsley, 1863
Award winning
Dog Man: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Humorous, engaging storyline captivates and delights young readers.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence through character interaction.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills in early learners.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading moments.

Dog Man: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
Award winning
Magnolia Flower
Zora Neale Hurston, Ibram X. Kendi, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant storytelling enchants and captivates young minds.
Illustrates resilience and courage through engaging narratives.
Fosters emotional growth and understanding in children.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading sessions.

Magnolia Flower
Zora Neale Hurston, Ibram X. Kendi, 2022
Award winning
I Am John Lewis: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires civic engagement and social justice awareness.
Highlights perseverance and courage through relatable storytelling.
Encourages dialogue on equality and human rights.
Empowers children to be proactive citizens.

I Am John Lewis: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2023
Award winning
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity and self-expression through illustration.
Inspires overcoming dyslexia with relatable protagonist.
Encourages perseverance and individuality for young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in storytelling.

Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
Award winning
Cinderella: A Grimm's Fairy Tale
Jacob, Wilhelm Grimm, Jacob Grimm, 1812
32 pages
Why to read
Classic fairy tale, enhancing children's cultural literacy.
Encourages resilience and hope through storytelling.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Ideal for parent-child bonding during reading time.

Cinderella: A Grimm's Fairy Tale
Jacob, Wilhelm Grimm, Jacob Grimm, 1812
Award winning
Nicky & Vera: A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued
Peter Sís, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of courage and resilience.
Highlights the power of compassion and heroism.
Educational content on historical events, promotes awareness.
Captivating illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.

Nicky & Vera: A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued
Peter Sís, 2021
Award winning
Brian the Brain Head Space: How Your Brain Works! (Help Kindergarteners and Young Kids Develop Patience and Self-Belief) (The Brian the Brain Series Book 1)
Jenny Mouse, Robin Katz, 2021
30 pages
Why to read
Explores fundamentals of how the brain functions.
Encourages patience and self-belief in young children.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage kids.
Ideal for shared reading and parent-child bonding.

