Books like Light for All
Award winning
The Walking School Bus
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Friedland, Julian Lennon, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of teamwork and cooperation.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Stimulates imagination with relatable school setting.
Supports parent-child bonding through shared reading.
The Walking School Bus
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Friedland, Julian Lennon, 2023
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
Award winning
All Are Neighbors
Alexandra Penfold, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity, teaches acceptance and inclusivity.
Engaging storyline that fosters empathy and understanding.
Encourages community building and friendship among children.
Vibrant illustrations complement powerful, positive messages.
All Are Neighbors
Alexandra Penfold, 2022
Award winning
Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Addresses complex topics of racism and antiracism accessibly.
Fosters critical thinking and awareness in young readers.
Encourages conversations about equality and justice at home.
Supports development of empathy and inclusivity.
Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, 2021
Award winning
Nicky & Vera: A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued
Peter Sís, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of courage and resilience.
Highlights the power of compassion and heroism.
Educational content on historical events, promotes awareness.
Captivating illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Nicky & Vera: A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued
Peter Sís, 2021
Award winning
Thomas Edison
Shannon Zemlicka, 2003
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about science and innovation.
Highlights perseverance and creative thinking.
Engages young readers with lively illustrations.
Educational yet enjoyable narrative.
Thomas Edison
Shannon Zemlicka, 2003
Award winning
Ketanji Brown Jackson: A Justice for All
Tami Charles, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Ketanji Brown Jackson's historic achievements.
Highlights perseverance, integrity, and justice themes.
Educational content about the judicial system.
Encourages civic engagement and equality discussions.
Ketanji Brown Jackson: A Justice for All
Tami Charles, 2023
Award winning
5-Minute Nature Stories
Gabby Dawnay, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Encourages appreciation for nature and environment.
Fosters curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Suitable for bedtime, quick and calming tales.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
