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Award winning
If You Were Me and Lived in... Elizabethan England: An Introduction to Civilizations Throughout Time (If You Were Me and Lived In... Cultural)
Carole P. Roman, 2017
52 pages
Why to read
Explore Elizabethan England through a child's eyes.
Enhances historical knowledge and cultural understanding.
Encourages empathy and global awareness.
Interactive and engaging storytelling format.

If You Were Me and Lived in... Elizabethan England: An Introduction to Civilizations Throughout Time (If You Were Me and Lived In... Cultural)
Carole P. Roman, 2017
Award winning
The Middle Ages
Mary Quigley, 2002
64 pages
Why to read
Richly detailed narrative enriches historical knowledge.
Engages children’s curiosity about medieval times.
Supports development of cultural awareness.
Interactive elements boost reading engagement.

The Middle Ages
Mary Quigley, 2002
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
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
Meanwhile Back on Earth…
Oliver Jeffers, 2022
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey through space and contrasting human conflicts.
Enhances understanding of global perspectives and history.
Encourages empathy and peaceful conflict resolution.
Intricate illustrations complement rich storytelling.

Meanwhile Back on Earth…
Oliver Jeffers, 2022
Award winning
Timelines from Black History: Leaders, Legends, Legacies
D.K. Publishing, Mireille Harper, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Showcases significant figures and events in Black history.
Enhances understanding of cultural and historical impacts.
Encourages diversity awareness and inclusivity.
Engaging educational tool for young readers.

Timelines from Black History: Leaders, Legends, Legacies
D.K. Publishing, Mireille Harper, 2021
Award winning
Yukie's Island
Steve Sheinkin, Yukie Kimura, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story enhances cognitive and emotional development.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate young readers’ imaginations.
Encourages resilience and self-discovery through protagonist’s journey.
Ideal for bonding during family read-aloud sessions.

Yukie's Island
Steve Sheinkin, Yukie Kimura, 2023
Award winning
Pluto Gets the Call
Stacy Mcanulty, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages children with fun, space-themed adventures. - Builds empathy through Pluto's emotional journey. - Encourages curiosity about astronomy and planets. - Supports language development with playful narrative.

