Books like Jayson Goes for It!
Award winning
Brayden Speaks Up: How One Boy Inspired the Nation
Betty C. Tang, Brayden Harrington, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of courage and overcoming adversity.
Encourages empathy and resilience in young readers.
Showcases the power of self-expression and advocacy.
Ideal for discussions on bravery and personal growth.
Brayden Speaks Up: How One Boy Inspired the Nation
Betty C. Tang, Brayden Harrington, 2021
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Eva in the Band: A Branches Book
Rebecca Elliott, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with lively, captivating storytelling.
Enhances social skills through relatable group dynamics.
Fosters creativity and musical interest in children.
Strengthens reading confidence with manageable chapters.
Eva in the Band: A Branches Book
Rebecca Elliott, 2022
Award winning
Stella's Brave Voice
Marissa Bader, Brooke Vitale, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and self-expression in challenging situations.
Stella's journey inspires bravery and finding one's voice.
Enhances empathy and understanding of diverse experiences.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over shared reading time.
Stella's Brave Voice
Marissa Bader, Brooke Vitale, 2023
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 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
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.
