Books like It Only Looks Easy (Single Titles)
Award winning
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Modern twist on a classic tale inspires creativity.
Emphasizes resilience and bravery through Bea's adventures.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Ideal for family reading, strengthens bonds.
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
Award winning
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant journey through the colorful streets of Havana.
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
Rich cultural immersion that fosters global awareness.
Engaging narrative that builds relatability and empathy.
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Award winning
Mr Cool
Adam Hargreaves, Hargreaves-Roger, Roger Hargreaves, 2008
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale sparks imagination and joy.
Characters embody resilience and positive problem-solving.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
Mr Cool
Adam Hargreaves, Hargreaves-Roger, Roger Hargreaves, 2008
Award winning
Malcolm at Midnight
W.H. Beck, Rebecca Hogue Wojahn, 2012
272 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled mystery that captivates young readers.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Strengthens reading and comprehension skills.
Engages kids with clever, witty language.
Malcolm at Midnight
W.H. Beck, Rebecca Hogue Wojahn, 2012
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
Judy Moody Predicts the Future
Megan McDonald, 2003
152 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline that sparks children's imagination.
Judy Moody's adventures encourage problem-solving skills.
Relatable, lifelike characters resonate with young readers.
Promotes creativity through engaging, educational plot.
Judy Moody Predicts the Future
Megan McDonald, 2003
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.
