Books like Honestly Elliott
Award winning
Lenny and Mel After-School Confidential
Erik Kraft, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventures enhance problem-solving skills.
Humorous, relatable characters resonate with young readers.
Encourages creativity through amusing, quirky scenarios.
Ideal for improving literacy and comprehension.

Lenny and Mel After-School Confidential
Erik Kraft, 2004
Award winning
Miami Gets It Straight (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
Patricia C. Mckissack, Fredrick McKissack, 2010
96 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with a fun, relatable storyline.
Encourages essential problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Features characters that mirror real-life diversity and challenges.
Supports language development and early literacy foundations.

Miami Gets It Straight (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
Patricia C. Mckissack, Fredrick McKissack, 2010
Award winning
Special Gifts
Cynthia Rylant, Wendy Anderson Halperin, 2000
64 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tales emphasize kindness and understanding.
Stimulates emotional development and empathy in youngsters.
Encourages appreciation for diversity and individual uniqueness.
Beautiful illustrations enhance engagement and enjoyment.

Special Gifts
Cynthia Rylant, Wendy Anderson Halperin, 2000
Award winning
Harry the Hairless Cat
Amy Phillips, Kyoko Fogel, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Showcases themes of acceptance and self-confidence.
Engaging storyline encourages empathy in young readers.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for shared reading, boosts parent-child bonding.

Harry the Hairless Cat
Amy Phillips, Kyoko Fogel, 2022
What's Cooking, Alex? (Alexandra The Great)
Yvonne Coppard, 2004
128 pages
Why to read
Encourages culinary curiosity and creativity in children.
Features engaging storytelling with vibrant illustrations.
Supports vocabulary development and sequencing skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child cooking activities.

What's Cooking, Alex? (Alexandra The Great)
Yvonne Coppard, 2004
Award winning
My Weirdtastic School #2: Uncle Fred Is a Knucklehead!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling keeps young readers hooked.
Characters teach resilience and creative problem-solving.
Humorous situations encourage joy in reading.
Supports developmental growth through laughter and learning.

My Weirdtastic School #2: Uncle Fred Is a Knucklehead!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2023
Award winning
Dog & Friends: Counting
Emma Dodd, 2017
12 pages
Why to read
Interactive counting adventure with Dog and friends.
Enhances early numeracy skills through fun illustration.
Strengthens concept understanding in a playful context.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.

Dog & Friends: Counting
Emma Dodd, 2017
Award winning
A Message for Grandma
Carol Breckenridge, 2017
36 pages
Why to read
Strengthens bonds with grandparents through heartfelt storytelling.
Encourages understanding and empathy in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating children's attention.
Supports language development and emotional growth.
