Books like Silver Bells
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.

Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Award winning
What to Know Before You Get Your Dog
Margrit Strohmaier, 2021
39 pages
Why to read
Prepares kids for responsibilities of owning a dog.
Teaches about dog care, empathy, and patience.
Encourages family discussions on pet ownership.
Enhances understanding of animal emotions and needs.

What to Know Before You Get Your Dog
Margrit Strohmaier, 2021
Award winning
Santa Quits Christmas: Santa Teaches Children About the True Meaning of Christmas
Christopher Steven Shunn, Debra Nalene Shunn, 2023
77 pages
Why to read
Explores real values beyond commercial aspects of Christmas.
Engages children in understanding kindness and selflessness.
Santa's journey offers lessons in appreciation and gratitude.
Interactive storytelling encourages family reading time.

Santa Quits Christmas: Santa Teaches Children About the True Meaning of Christmas
Christopher Steven Shunn, Debra Nalene Shunn, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
The Legend of the Christmas Witch
Daniel Murphy, Aubrey Plaza, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Intriguing twist on traditional Christmas tales.
Empowers creativity and divergent thinking in children.
Teaches the value of kindness and understanding.
Encourages bonding through shared family reading.

The Legend of the Christmas Witch
Daniel Murphy, Aubrey Plaza, 2021
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.

Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.

Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
Only for a Little While
Gabriela Orozco Belt, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale about the value of time and change.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Supports literacy skills through engaging narrative.

