Books like The Story-Teller (Classic Short Stories Series)
Award winning
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken
Hannah Holt, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and historical facts.
Enhances knowledge about cultural evolution of clothing.
Encourages curiosity and learning through quirky storytelling.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken
Hannah Holt, 2022
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story
Danielle Greendeer, Anthony Perry, Alexis C. Bunten, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Rich in Native American history and culture.
Encourages gratitude and community values.
Beautiful illustrations complement storytelling.
Supports understanding of Thanksgiving from a new perspective.
Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story
Danielle Greendeer, Anthony Perry, Alexis C. Bunten, 2022
Award winning
She Persisted: Pura Belpré
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, Marilisa Jiménez García, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Pura Belpré’s empowering, historical impact.
Highlights cultural diversity and importance of representation.
Encourages perseverance and following one's dreams.
Engages young readers with vibrant storytelling.
She Persisted: Pura Belpré
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, Marilisa Jiménez García, 2023
Junie B Jones and Her Big Fat Mouth
Barbara Park, 1993
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative sparks creativity and imagination.
Junie B.'s adventures enhance problem-solving skills.
Relatable scenarios foster emotional intelligence.
Promotes literacy through enjoyable reading.
Junie B Jones and Her Big Fat Mouth
Barbara Park, 1993
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
The Mischievians
William Joyce, 2013
56 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline with whimsical, imaginative creatures.
Encourages curiosity and creative problem-solving in children.
Lively illustrations complement the captivating narrative.
Strengthens reading skills through playful, mysterious adventures.
