Books like On My Block: Stories and Paintings by Fifteen Artists
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
The One and Only Sparkella Makes a Plan
Channing Tatum, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and strategic thinking in young readers.
Features engaging, relatable characters for children.
Enhances problem-solving skills through fun narratives.
Supports developmental milestones in an entertaining way.
The One and Only Sparkella Makes a Plan
Channing Tatum, 2022
Award winning
Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural significance of blue in a captivating way.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and rich storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about history and color symbolism.
Supports understanding of diversity through color exploration.
Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, 2022
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
The Met Faith Ringgold: Narrating the World in Pattern and Colour
Sharna Jackson, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly illustrates cultural history through art and storytelling.
Enhances visual literacy and appreciation for diverse narratives.
Encourages creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Supports learning about resilience and cultural identity.
The Met Faith Ringgold: Narrating the World in Pattern and Colour
Sharna Jackson, 2021
Award winning
JUST LOOK A BOOK ABOUT PAINTINGS
Robert. Cumming, Robert Cumming, 1979
96 pages
Why to read
Explores art history through engaging and interactive storytelling.
Enhances visual literacy and appreciation for diverse artworks.
Stimulates curiosity and critical thinking about visual elements.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering discussions on creativity.
JUST LOOK A BOOK ABOUT PAINTINGS
Robert. Cumming, Robert Cumming, 1979
Disney Looking at Paintings
Ruth Thomson, Erika Langmuir, 2004
162 pages
Why to read
Explores art appreciation through beloved Disney characters.
Enhances visual literacy and observation skills.
Encourages curiosity about diverse artistic styles.
Interactive experience with engaging storyline.
Disney Looking at Paintings
Ruth Thomson, Erika Langmuir, 2004
Award winning
Marcel's Masterpiece
Jeff Mack, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant illustrations and story.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
