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Hot Air
Sandrine Dumas Roy, Sarah Ardizzone, Emmanuelle Houssais, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure engaging young minds.
Strengthens comprehension through fun, interactive storytelling.
Boosts empathy with diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages parent-child bonding over reading.
Hot Air
Sandrine Dumas Roy, Sarah Ardizzone, Emmanuelle Houssais, 2013
Award winning
Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair
Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating storyline. - Builds resilience, teamwork values in young readers. - Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension. - Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.
Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair
Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
Award winning
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity and acceptance through engaging story.
Boosts empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages self-confidence and celebrating differences.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
Award winning
Hey You!
Sharee Miller, Diane Ewen, Dapo Adeola, Onyinye Iwu, Reggie Brown, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Alyissa Johnson, Chante Timothy, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers and uplifts with diverse, positive representation.
Engages young minds with vibrant, expressive illustrations.
Encourages self-identity and confidence in children.
Interactive narrative fosters parent-child bonding.
Hey You!
Sharee Miller, Diane Ewen, Dapo Adeola, Onyinye Iwu, Reggie Brown, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Alyissa Johnson, Chante Timothy, 2022
Award winning
You're the Hugs to My Kisses
Barbara Herndon, Diane Ewen, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates affection through colorful, engaging illustrations.
Strengthens understanding of emotional expressions.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading.
Supports early language and reading skills.
You're the Hugs to My Kisses
Barbara Herndon, Diane Ewen, 2022
Award winning
Daddy and Me and the Rhyme to Be
Chris Bridges, Halcyon Person, Parker-Nia Gordon, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters strong father-child bonds through rhythmic storytelling.
Encourages verbal skills with engaging rhymes and repetitions.
Illustrates problem-solving through playful scenarios.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Daddy and Me and the Rhyme to Be
Chris Bridges, Halcyon Person, Parker-Nia Gordon, 2022
Award winning
Teen Titans Chapter Book #1
Tracey West, Kevin MacKenzie, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with dynamic superhero adventures.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances reading skills through captivating narrative.
Addresses challenges with resilience and creativity.
Teen Titans Chapter Book #1
Tracey West, Kevin MacKenzie, 2004
Award winning
In Plain Sight
Richard Jackson, Jerry Pinkney, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages attention to detail through playful visual elements.
Enhances vocabulary and observational skills.
Supports intergenerational bonding with grandparent-grandchild dynamic.
Fosters daily discovery and appreciation of simplicity.
