Books like The Usborne Animated Children's Encyclopedia
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.

Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Award winning
A Is for Axolotl: An Unusual Animal ABC
Catherine Macorol, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores unique animals through vivid illustrations and descriptions.
Enhances alphabet familiarity with engaging animal-themed content.
Stimulates curiosity about wildlife and conservation efforts.
Encourages pronunciation skills with unusual animal names.

A Is for Axolotl: An Unusual Animal ABC
Catherine Macorol, 2022
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
Inside In: X-Rays of Nature's Hidden World
Jan Paul Schutten, Arie van't Riet, 2021
136 pages
Why to read
Illustrations reveal hidden wonders in natural world.
Encourages curiosity and scientific exploration.
Supports development of observation and inference skills.
Engaging and educational content for young readers.

Inside In: X-Rays of Nature's Hidden World
Jan Paul Schutten, Arie van't Riet, 2021
Award winning
Nano: The Spectacular Science of the Very (Very) Small
Jess Wade, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Illuminate science at nano-scale for young curious minds.
Visuals and text simplify complex scientific concepts.
Encourages STEM learning and analytical thinking.
Captivating illustrations engage and educate effectively.

Nano: The Spectacular Science of the Very (Very) Small
Jess Wade, 2021
Award winning
I Am Leonardo Da Vinci: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative about Leonardo Da Vinci's creativity.
Inspires curiosity and innovation in young readers.
Highlights historical figures in an accessible way.
Encourages exploration of art, science, and technology.

I Am Leonardo Da Vinci: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2020
Award winning
The Artivist
Nikkolas Smith, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and activism through engaging storytelling.
Highlights the power of art in social change.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports development of personal and social identity.

