Books like The Year of Billy Miller
Award winning
Lillys Purple Plastic Purse
Kevin Henkes, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant illustrations and storytelling.
Teaches valuable lessons on patience and understanding.
Encourages expression and empathy in young readers.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.
Lillys Purple Plastic Purse
Kevin Henkes, 1996
Award winning
Penny and Her Marble
Kevin Henkes, 2013
48 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of personal integrity and honesty.
Supports emotional development and decision-making skills.
Illustrated, captivating visuals hold children’s interest.
Stimulates discussions about right and wrong.
Penny and Her Marble
Kevin Henkes, 2013
Award winning
All Alone
Kevin Henkes, 1981
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of self-reliance and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding through solitary experiences.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complementing the narrative.
Ideal for discussions on feelings and resilience.
All Alone
Kevin Henkes, 1981
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 Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-discovery and intellectual curiosity.
Encourages self-confidence through engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development and perseverance.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
The Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
Award winning
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
Fosters a sense of confidence and participation.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, 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
Karen's Kittycat Club: A Graphic Novel (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #4) (4) (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix)
Ann M. Martin, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Vibrant graphic novel, captivating young readers visually. - Explores themes of friendship and responsibility. - Encourages creative thinking and teamwork. - Ideal for developing early reading skills.
