Books like Snoopy, the Story of My Life
Happiness Is Peanuts
Charles M. Schulz, Natalie Shaw, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Timeless humor with heartfelt life lessons.
Easy, bite-sized comics boost confidence.
Encourages gratitude for everyday joys.
Beloved characters spark reading enthusiasm.

Happiness Is Peanuts
Charles M. Schulz, Natalie Shaw, 2025
Award winning
It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown
Charles M. Schulz, 1976
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging and lighthearted Easter-themed storyline.
Beloved characters from the Peanuts series.
Encourages empathy and friendship values.
Ideal for shared family reading sessions.

It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown
Charles M. Schulz, 1976
Award winning
Peanuts: Be Brave: Peanuts Wisdom to Carry You Through
Charles M. Schulz, 2013
72 pages
Why to read
Instills bravery through charming, relatable Peanuts characters.
Encourages emotional resilience in daunting situations.
Supports personal development and self-confidence.
Engaging narratives that promote courage and friendship.

Peanuts: Be Brave: Peanuts Wisdom to Carry You Through
Charles M. Schulz, 2013
Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse, loving families.
Inspires creativity and imagination.
Teaches resilience after mistakes.
Gorgeous art boosts visual literacy.

Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love, 2025
Karen's Brothers (Baby-sitters Little Sister #17)
Ann M. Martin, 2025
112 pages
Why to read
Relatable blended-family situations.
Humorous, gentle life lessons.
Encourages empathy and honesty.
Great confidence-building chapter length.

Karen's Brothers (Baby-sitters Little Sister #17)
Ann M. Martin, 2025
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Lively humor hooks young readers.
Teaches patience and gratitude.
Perfect length for nightly read-alouds.
Boosts sight-word recognition.

An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
Anne Dreams: Inspired by Anne of Green Gables (An Anne Chapter Book)
Kallie George, 2024
72 pages
Why to read
Gentle, engaging retelling for beginners.
Celebrates creativity and accountability.
Short chapters boost reading stamina.
Introduces Canadian history softly.

Anne Dreams: Inspired by Anne of Green Gables (An Anne Chapter Book)
Kallie George, 2024
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.

