Books like Rivers
Award winning
The Wondrous Cloud Forest
Wendra Lynne, 2021
45 pages
Why to read
Explore biodiversity and ecological systems in a fun way.
Builds empathy through characters' environmental challenges.
Stimulates curiosity with engaging, adventurous narrative.
Supports language development and cognitive skills.
The Wondrous Cloud Forest
Wendra Lynne, 2021
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on historical events through narrative storytelling.
Addresses complex themes with age-appropriate language.
Encourages awareness and understanding of racial history.
Supports discussions on equality and human rights.
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
Award winning
Anzu the Great Listener
Benson Shum, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Cultivates active listening and empathy in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Encourages meaningful conversations between parents and children.
Anzu the Great Listener
Benson Shum, 2023
Award winning
Alligators, Alligators
Eve Bunting, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with colorful alligator characters and adventures.
Encourages curiosity about wildlife and natural habitats.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Offers lessons on friendship and cooperation.
Alligators, Alligators
Eve Bunting, 2023
Award winning
Meet a Baby Gray Wolf
Tamika M. Murray, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Exploration of baby gray wolf's life in the wild.
Promotes compassion towards wildlife and natural habitats.
Enhances understanding of animal behavior and ecosystem.
Encourages curiosity and learning about nature.
Meet a Baby Gray Wolf
Tamika M. Murray, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
Award winning
Bodhi the Bird!
Sharky, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Encourages empathy through Bodhi’s emotional journey.
Supports language skills with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Bodhi the Bird!
Sharky, 2023
Award winning
Water Stories: From Around the World
Sandhya Rao, Radhika Menon, 2023
100 pages
Why to read
Explores global water tales, broadening cultural understanding.
Enhances geographical knowledge through engaging storytelling.
Supports environmental awareness from an early age.
Encourages family discussions about nature and conservation.
