Books like Maria and Me
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
26 Fairmount Avenue
Tomie DePaola, 1999
80 pages
Why to read
Captures childhood curiosity and resilience.
Based on real-life experiences.
Enhances historical knowledge and cultural understanding.
Encourages parent-child discussion on life lessons.
26 Fairmount Avenue
Tomie DePaola, 1999
Award winning
Wolf Story
William McCleery, 2021
39 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of adventure and cleverness.
Encourages creativity and strategic thinking in children.
Strengthens parent-child bond through shared reading.
Addresses themes of resilience and problem-solving.
Wolf Story
William McCleery, 2021
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Award winning
Dog Man: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Humorous, engaging storyline captivates and delights young readers.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence through character interaction.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills in early learners.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading moments.
Dog Man: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
Award winning
Battle Bunny
Mac Barnett, Jon Scieszka, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, action-packed storyline. - Encourages creativity through narrative alteration. - Strengthens reading comprehension and interpretation skills. - Fosters humor and joy in reading.
Battle Bunny
Mac Barnett, Jon Scieszka, 2013
Award winning
A Little Princess: With Illustrated
Frances Hodgson Burnett, 2018
368 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity through imaginative storytelling.
Showcases themes of friendship, compassion, and perseverance.
Enhances empathy and social understanding in young readers.
Visually engaging illustrations complement the captivating narrative.
A Little Princess: With Illustrated
Frances Hodgson Burnett, 2018
Award winning
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Maya Angelou's resilient, triumphant life story.
Encourages empathy, understanding diverse experiences.
Empowers children with themes of courage and hope.
Educational insight into historical and cultural contexts.
