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Award winning
Overground Railroad
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Chronicles a family's migration during the Great Migration.
Highlights resilience and hope in the face of change.
Educates on historical events through a child’s perspective.
Encourages discussions on history and social justice.
Overground Railroad
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2020
The Accidental Diary of B.U.G.
Jen Carney, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure, sparks creativity and imagination.
Highlights importance of friendship and acceptance.
Encourages expressive writing and diary keeping.
Lighthearted humor, perfect for engaging young readers.
The Accidental Diary of B.U.G.
Jen Carney, 2021
Award winning
Ra the Mighty: The Great Tomb Robbery
Amy Butler Greenfield, A. B. Greenfield, 2019
255 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery set in ancient Egypt.
Focuses on teamwork, courage, and friendship.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning.
Ideal for engaging young readers.
Ra the Mighty: The Great Tomb Robbery
Amy Butler Greenfield, A. B. Greenfield, 2019
Award winning
Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency: A Discovery Disappears (Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency (US edition), 1)
Pip Murphy, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Encourages logical thinking and attention to detail.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency: A Discovery Disappears (Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency (US edition), 1)
Pip Murphy, 2022
Award winning
Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels (1) (Adventures of Sherlock Bones)
Tim Collins, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Mystery-solving adventure ignites imagination and curiosity.
Introduces deductive reasoning, enhancing problem-solving skills.
Engaging characters foster emotional and social development.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content for kids.
Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels (1) (Adventures of Sherlock Bones)
Tim Collins, 2023
Award winning
Sherlock Holmes: The Dying Detective (Sweet Cherry: Easy Classics Sherlock Holmes (US Edition))
Stephanie Baudet, 2022
120 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with intriguing mystery.
Introduces deductive reasoning and analytical skills.
Enhances vocabulary through classic literature.
Strengthens focus and attention to detail.
Sherlock Holmes: The Dying Detective (Sweet Cherry: Easy Classics Sherlock Holmes (US Edition))
Stephanie Baudet, 2022
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
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.
