Books like The White House
Award winning
Bessie the Motorcycle Queen
Charles R. Smith Jr., 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and female empowerment through engaging storytelling.
Encourages exploration and adventure in relatable settings.
Enhances vocabulary and historical knowledge.
Inspires independence and self-confidence in young readers.
Bessie the Motorcycle Queen
Charles R. Smith Jr., 2022
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on historical events through narrative storytelling.
Addresses complex themes with age-appropriate language.
Encourages awareness and understanding of racial history.
Supports discussions on equality and human rights.
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
Good Books for Bad Children: The Genius of Ursula Nordstrom
Beth Kephart, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Showcases Ursula Nordstrom's groundbreaking children's literature impact.
Inspiring, creative approaches to shaping young minds.
Deep dive into the evolution of modern children's books.
Encourages explorative and innovative thinking in children.
Good Books for Bad Children: The Genius of Ursula Nordstrom
Beth Kephart, 2023
Award winning
Kid Engineer: Intro to Engineering
Marc Chamberlain, 2023
47 pages
Why to read
Introduces basic engineering concepts through fun stories.
Encourages problem-solving and innovative thinking.
Inspires young minds to explore STEM fields.
Engaging and interactive content for budding engineers.
Kid Engineer: Intro to Engineering
Marc Chamberlain, 2023
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
Award winning
A Song for the Unsung: Bayard Rustin, the Man Behind the 1963 March on Washington
Carole Boston Weatherford, Rob Sanders, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Illustrates significant historical events and figures.
Encourages understanding of civil rights movements.
Inspires advocacy and social justice awareness.
Engaging narrative that captivates young readers.
A Song for the Unsung: Bayard Rustin, the Man Behind the 1963 March on Washington
Carole Boston Weatherford, Rob Sanders, 2022
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.
