Books like The Faraway Truth
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Award winning
Ways to Grow Love
Renée Watson, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship, family, and self-discovery.
Encourages emotional growth and resilience in young readers.
Integrates everyday challenges with enriching life lessons.
Vibrant storytelling that captivates and educates.
Ways to Grow Love
Renée Watson, 2021
Award winning
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates multicultural relationships and diverse family experiences.
Illustrates respect, love, and intergenerational bonds.
Enhances understanding of cultural differences.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
368 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community spirit.
Engages young readers with charming, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Fosters family connections and shared reading moments.
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Award winning
InvestiGators
John Green, 2020
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot sparks imagination and critical thinking.
Characters model teamwork, friendship, and perseverance.
Combines humor and mystery to maintain interest.
Encourages interactive and participative reading.
InvestiGators
John Green, 2020
Award winning
Alex's Good Fortune
Benson Shum, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Encourages understanding of different traditions and values.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Ideal for family reading and bonding time.
Alex's Good Fortune
Benson Shum, 2020
Award winning
Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: Santa's Stolen Sleigh
Tracey Corderoy, Steven Lenton, Corderoy Tracey, Le, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging heist tale promotes teamwork and moral values.
Vivid illustrations capture the festive Christmas spirit.
Rhyming text enhances linguistic development and enjoyment.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character redemption.
