Books like Juana & Lucas
Award winning
Claudia and Crazy Peaches
Ann M. Martin, 1994
139 pages
Why to read
Captivating family dynamics and personal growth themes.
Engages young readers with relatable, realistic scenarios.
Encourages understanding of diverse family relationships.
Supports emotional and social developmental milestones.
Claudia and Crazy Peaches
Ann M. Martin, 1994
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
Fosters a sense of confidence and participation.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, 2023
Award winning
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity through fun, magical adventures.
Enhances emotional understanding and friendships.
Engages young readers with humor and wit.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
Award winning
Fancy Nancy: Poet Extraordinaire!
Jane O'connor, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity and appreciation for poetry.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language use.
Fun, colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages expressive reading and literacy skills.
Fancy Nancy: Poet Extraordinaire!
Jane O'connor, 2010
Award winning
Captain Underpants Series
Dav Pilkey, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity with humorous and inventive storytelling.
Encourages independent reading through engaging text and illustrations.
Enhances problem-solving skills with playful plots and challenges.
Supports emotional development through relatable character experiences.
Captain Underpants Series
Dav Pilkey, 2019
Award winning
The Crayons Go Back to School
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and imagination
Provides a humorous take on school life
Teaches the importance of teamwork and cooperation
Relatable for children starting or returning to school
The Crayons Go Back to School
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt, 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.
