Books like Who Was Ben Franklin? (Who Was?)
Award winning
I Am Benjamin Franklin: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Benjamin Franklin’s innovative spirit.
Highlights importance of curiosity and perseverance.
Encourages historical knowledge and civic awareness.
Engaging storytelling suitable for young readers.

I Am Benjamin Franklin: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2020
Award winning
A Book, Too, Can Be a Star
Charlotte Jones Voiklis, Jennifer Adams, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and exploration in young minds.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Supports literacy development in early learners.
Enhances parent-child bonding over shared reading.

A Book, Too, Can Be a Star
Charlotte Jones Voiklis, Jennifer Adams, 2022
William Shakespeare (Who Was...?)
RupertF Christiansen, 2004
160 pages
Why to read
Introduces Shakespeare's life in a captivating, child-friendly manner.
Enhances historical knowledge and appreciation for literature.
Inspires creativity through Shakespeare's intriguing stories.
Ideal for boosting literacy and critical thinking skills.

William Shakespeare (Who Was...?)
RupertF Christiansen, 2004
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Maya Angelou's resilient, triumphant life story.
Encourages empathy, understanding diverse experiences.
Empowers children with themes of courage and hope.
Educational insight into historical and cultural contexts.

The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
Award winning
To the Future, Ben Franklin!
Mary Pope Osborne, 2019
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-rich story enhances historical knowledge.
Encourages curiosity about science and innovation.
Supports development of temporal-spatial reasoning.
Engaging narrative that boosts reading comprehension.

To the Future, Ben Franklin!
Mary Pope Osborne, 2019
Award winning
The Brontes: The Fantastically Feminist (and Totally True) Story of the Astonishing Authors
Anna Doherty, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires with real-life, pioneering literary sisters.
Celebrates feminism and individuality through history.
Encourages literacy and historical knowledge.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and storytelling.

The Brontes: The Fantastically Feminist (and Totally True) Story of the Astonishing Authors
Anna Doherty, 2022
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4)
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through collaborative storytelling.
Enhances social skills and teamwork among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children.
Supports emotional development with relatable scenarios.

