Books like Lucky
Award winning
Dusty's Tale
Carol Ernst, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in a colorful, imaginative world.
Teaches resilience and the value of friendships.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Combines fun narrative with important life lessons.

Dusty's Tale
Carol Ernst, 2021
Mindy and the Rescue Crew: The Unwelcome Visitors
Geri Storey, 2021
76 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story, encourages curiosity and bravery.
Teaches teamwork, empathy, and responsibility.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

Mindy and the Rescue Crew: The Unwelcome Visitors
Geri Storey, 2021
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.

Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging and adventurous narrative.
Characters exhibit teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances curiosity and deductive reasoning.
Enjoyable, interactive reading journey.

InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
Award winning
Where Is Max?
Caroline Richard Raomae, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vibrant, interactive hide-and-seek illustrations.
Enhances observational skills and attention to detail.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports language development through repetitive, simple text.

Where Is Max?
Caroline Richard Raomae, 2021
Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Lenny Henry's rise to fame
Encourages perseverance and chasing dreams
Highlights importance of diversity and inclusivity
Engaging and educational read for young children

Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
Award winning
Lizzie and Lucky: The Mystery of the Disappearing Rabbit
Megan Rix, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot enhances problem-solving skills.
Features relatable characters, fostering emotional connections.
Encourages critical thinking through clue-driven storyline.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

