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Award winning
Dog Man: Grime and Punishment
Dav Pilkey, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot fosters imagination and moral lessons.
Characters model resilience, teamwork, and empathy.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Fun, interactive read for children and parents alike.

Dog Man: Grime and Punishment
Dav Pilkey, 2020
Award winning
Champ and Major: First Dogs
Joy Mccullough, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates loyalty and friendship in a relatable setting.
Inspires interest in public figures through personal stories.
Enhances understanding of civic responsibility and leadership.
Offers engaging dialogue and vivid illustrations.

Champ and Major: First Dogs
Joy Mccullough, 2021
Award winning
Ozma of Oz (Oz Series Book 3)
L. Frank Baum, Lyman Frank Baum, 2021
271 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey enhancing imagination and creativity.
Engaging characters fostering empathy and emotional growth.
Encourages resilience through problem-solving situations.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Ozma of Oz (Oz Series Book 3)
L. Frank Baum, Lyman Frank Baum, 2021
Award winning
Ender's Game
Orson Scott Card, 1985
324 pages
Why to read
Fosters strategic thinking and leadership skills.
Explores complex themes suitable for older children.
Encourages empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.
Engaging science fiction narrative with moral questions.

Ender's Game
Orson Scott Card, 1985
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Cleopatra Tells All!
Chris Naunton, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative with vibrant illustrations.
Enhances knowledge about Cleopatra and ancient Egyptian culture.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning.
Supports development of reading comprehension skills.

Cleopatra Tells All!
Chris Naunton, 2022
Award winning
Esther
Lisl Weil, 1980
45 pages
Why to read
Develops empathy through relatable character experiences.
Encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging storyline that captivates young readers.

Esther
Lisl Weil, 1980
Award winning
The Loud House #14: Guessing Games (14)
The Loud House Creative Team, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Engages children with fun, interactive guessing games.
Strengthens deductive reasoning and cognitive skills.
Colorful illustrations capture children's attention effectively.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading time.

