Books like I, Galileo
Award winning
Elvis: The Story of the Rock and Roll King
Bonnie Christensen, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating biography of Elvis’s rise to fame.
Illustrations that bring the rock and roll era to life.
Inspires musical interest and history appreciation in children.
Addresses challenges and perseverance, great for character education.
Elvis: The Story of the Rock and Roll King
Bonnie Christensen, 2015
Django
Bonnie Christensen, George Guidall, National Geographic Learning, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring biography of musician Django Reinhardt.
Encourages musical interest and historical knowledge.
Showcases resilience and overcoming adversity.
Engaging illustrations complement rich narrative.
Django
Bonnie Christensen, George Guidall, National Geographic Learning, 2009
Award winning
She Persisted: Sally Ride
Chelsea Clinton, Atia Abawi, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Sally Ride's groundbreaking achievements.
Empowers children, especially girls, in science and leadership.
Encourages resilience and pursuing dreams.
Illustrates overcoming obstacles with determination.
She Persisted: Sally Ride
Chelsea Clinton, Atia Abawi, 2021
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
Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of overcoming barriers.
Enhances interest in math and science.
Promotes resilience and perseverance.
Ideal for shared reading family time.
Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
Award winning
The Colossal Fossil Fiasco: Lucy's Lab #3 (3)
Michelle Houts, 2019
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates young readers' curiosity and imagination.
Introduces basic paleontology, enhancing science knowledge and interest.
Empowers critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Fosters a love for STEM subjects in a fun way.
The Colossal Fossil Fiasco: Lucy's Lab #3 (3)
Michelle Houts, 2019
Award winning
What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about astronomy and history.
Celebrates perseverance and problem-solving skills.
Based on real-life astronomer, Maria Mitchell.
Encourages exploration and discovery in young readers.
What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, 2019
History VIPs: Charles Darwin
Kay Barnham, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with Charles Darwin's fascinating discoveries.
Illustrates evolution concepts in kid-friendly language.
Encourages curiosity about natural history and science.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.
