Books like Stage Fright
Award winning
I Am John Lewis: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires civic engagement and social justice awareness.
Highlights perseverance and courage through relatable storytelling.
Encourages dialogue on equality and human rights.
Empowers children to be proactive citizens.

I Am John Lewis: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2023
In Time
Marina Ruiz, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters imagination through adventure and time travel.
Encourages empathy through relatable and diverse characters.
Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Supports vocabulary growth and understanding.

In Time
Marina Ruiz, 2024
Award winning
LankyBox: Epic Adventure!
Lankybox, Adam James McArthur, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging, imaginative journey sparks creativity in young readers.
Characters that embody teamwork and resilience.
Fosters problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Perfect blend of entertainment and educational value.

LankyBox: Epic Adventure!
Lankybox, Adam James McArthur, 2024
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.

My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.

I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
OCD Leave Me Be
Leah Cirrincione, 2023
44 pages
Why to read
Addresses OCD with sensitivity and understanding.
Empowers children to understand and manage emotions.
Encourages empathy and support among young readers.
Beautiful illustrations enhance the engaging narrative.

OCD Leave Me Be
Leah Cirrincione, 2023
Award winning
Living with Hyperacusis
Sean Donnachie, Michelle McCusker, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Explores the challenges of living with heightened hearing sensitivity.
Encourages empathy and understanding for others' experiences.
Supports awareness about sensory processing disorders.
Illustrates coping mechanisms in engaging, relatable ways.

