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Award winning
Who Is Cristiano Ronaldo?
James Buckley Jr., 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Cristiano Ronaldo's real-life success story.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and hard work.
Engaging sports-themed narrative for young readers.
Encourages goal-setting and personal growth.
Who Is Cristiano Ronaldo?
James Buckley Jr., 2022
Beyoncé: A Who Was? Illustrated Biography (Who Was? Illustrated Biographies)
Tyiana Combs, Who HQ, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires confidence and perseverance.
Colorful art makes facts fun.
Teaches cultural impact of music.
Encourages community engagement.
Beyoncé: A Who Was? Illustrated Biography (Who Was? Illustrated Biographies)
Tyiana Combs, Who HQ, 2025
Award winning
What Was the Titanic?
Stephanie Sabol, Who H.Q., 2018
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative for young readers.
Enhances knowledge on significant historical events.
Stimulates curiosity and critical thinking.
Encourages empathy through historical context.
What Was the Titanic?
Stephanie Sabol, Who H.Q., 2018
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates dreaming big and refusing to quit.
Introduces real engineering in kid-friendly language.
Colorful art holds attention and sparks questions.
Historical backdrop enriches classroom learning.
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
The Odyssey
Gillian Cross, 2025
178 pages
Why to read
Exciting Greek myth retold for kids.
Boosts vocabulary and cultural literacy.
Models courage and critical thinking.
Great for parent-child discussions.
The Odyssey
Gillian Cross, 2025
Resist!: Peaceful Acts That Changed Our World
Diane Stanley, 2025
48 pages
Why to read
True tales of bravery and change.
Illustrations enliven every historic scene.
Promotes empathy and civic awareness.
Great springboard for thoughtful talks.
Resist!: Peaceful Acts That Changed Our World
Diane Stanley, 2025
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
His Fairytale Life: A Book About Hans Christian Andersen
Jane Yolen, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires perseverance through real hardships.
Links classic tales to their creator.
Beautiful art supports understanding.
Advanced words boost vocabulary.
