Books like Penny and Her Song
Award winning
Penny and Her Marble
Kevin Henkes, 2013
48 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of personal integrity and honesty.
Supports emotional development and decision-making skills.
Illustrated, captivating visuals hold children’s interest.
Stimulates discussions about right and wrong.
Penny and Her Marble
Kevin Henkes, 2013
Award winning
The Year of Billy Miller
Kevin Henkes, 2013
240 pages
Why to read
Captures everyday school challenges and successes.
Encourages resilience and self-confidence in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Inspires creativity and personal growth.
The Year of Billy Miller
Kevin Henkes, 2013
Award winning
Lillys Purple Plastic Purse
Kevin Henkes, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant illustrations and storytelling.
Teaches valuable lessons on patience and understanding.
Encourages expression and empathy in young readers.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.
Lillys Purple Plastic Purse
Kevin Henkes, 1996
Award winning
All Alone
Kevin Henkes, 1981
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of self-reliance and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding through solitary experiences.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complementing the narrative.
Ideal for discussions on feelings and resilience.
All Alone
Kevin Henkes, 1981
Award winning
Egyptian Lullaby
Zeena M. Pliska, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Immerses children in ancient Egyptian culture and history.
Soothing lullabies enhance bedtime routines and bonding time.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Egyptian Lullaby
Zeena M. Pliska, 2023
Award winning
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly celebrates Cuban culture through lively market scenes.
Enhances bilingual skills, introduces Spanish vocabulary.
Encourages appreciation of family bonds and traditions.
Supports cognitive and social-emotional development.
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, 2021
Award winning
Nervous Nigel
Bethany Christou, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional intelligence and resilience in kids.
Supports understanding of feelings through character interaction.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
Nervous Nigel
Bethany Christou, 2022
Award winning
Bear Wants to Sing
Cary Fagan, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling sparks children's imaginations.
Characters teach valuable lessons in perseverance.
Encourages musical interest and artistic expression.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
