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It's Okay to Be Different
Todd Parr
AR Level: 1.7
Interest Level: Lower Grades (LG K-3)
AR Quiz No.: 504735 EN
Word Count: 219
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Topic - Subtopic: Character Traits-Self-Acceptance; Character Traits-Self-Confidence;
Series: Todd Parr Picture Books;

It’s okay to be different! It’s okay to have no hair, be different sizes, or be from a different planet! In fact, everyone is unique and that is awesome. It’s okay to do things that people might find weird, like eating macaroni and cheese in the bathtub, or dye your hair 17 different colors. No matter what, it’s okay to be different, so be YOU! New York Times Bestselling Book!
Reason for recommendation: This book uses lively and colorful pictures to help kids understand that It’s okay to be different. This bestselling book will definitely have kids laughing and begging their parents to read again.

Monty the Manatee: A book about kindness and anti-bullying
Natalie Pritchard
When Monty the Manatee goes to Sea School for the first time, he’s nervous. His dad comforts him, and tells him that everything will be alright. However, nothing goes right for Monty. Nobody wants to play with him! The jellyfish told him that they were in a private conversation, and told him to shush. The shrimp told him he was a wimp. The seal didn’t like Monty’s fish catch. The fish chanted that manatees were the ugliest things in the sea. However, a shark comes. Luckily, Monty knows how to look like a rock, and everyone hid under him, and they were safe from the shark, and everyone said sorry to Monty for saying bad things to him. Part of a New York Times Bestselling Series!
Reason for recommendation: This book teaches kids that everyone is unique and that is OK. The beautiful illustrations in the book are very suitable as a bedtime story, or as a parent-child reading to guide children to discuss topics such as friendship, being kind to others, and anti-bullying.

I Am Me: A Book of Authenticity
Susan Verde
AR Level: 2.8
Interest Level: Lower Grades (LG K-3)
AR Quiz No.: 518308 EN
Word Count: 342
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Topic - Subtopic: Character Traits-Individuality; Character Traits-Self-Reliance; Health & Wellness-Healthy Lifestyle;

Sometimes, we don’t fit in with others. Do we have to fit in? Sometimes, we are seen in a crowd, but sometimes nobody notices that we exist. However, when you think about it, everyone is unique in their own way, and others feel just the way that we do. Everyone fits and is comfortable in their own skin. This book is a reminder that each of us matters, just the way we are. Part of the award winning I am series.
Reason for recommendation: This book is illustrated by award winning illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, who also illustrated books like The Dot and ish. With powerful and energetic text and exquisite illustrations, this book is suitable for parent-child reading, discusses enhancing self-confidence, maintaining true self, loving yourself while respecting others, and seeking positive interpersonal relationships.

What Should Danny Do?
Adir Levy
Ganit Levy
Danny is getting ready to go to the park! However, nothing goes right! First of all, his little brother takes his favorite plate. Should he scream until he gets the plate, or just use another plate? You decide! Danny’s day is full of decisions like these, and every decision leads to a new adventure. A wrong turn can lead to a terrible day, just as how a good decision can make Danny’s day better. Choose your own path and adventure with this book, and every time you finish, you can reread the book to try another path! Winner of the national teacher’s choice book award.
Reason for recommendation: This book has amassed more than 20,000 reviews on Amazon and has been recommended by many teachers worldwide. The innovative interactive book guides children to experience the different lives brought about by different choices by making choices for Danny. Let's learn the ability to make positive choices together with superhero Danny.

I Won't Go With Strangers
Dagmar Geisler
Lu’s mom always tells her that she should only let people that she knows well to pick her up after school. That list includes only Lu’s parents, her neighbor, her mom’s friend Annie, and Lu’s siblings. However, one day after school, it started raining, and many people asked Lu to go with them. Ms. Smith lives in Lu’s neighborhood. However, does Lu really know her? She doesn’t know Ms. Smith’s first name, if she dyes her hair red, or what her dog’s name is. Therefore, Lu says, “ I don’t know you, so I’m not going with you.” This goes on until a man with many piercings, a mohawk, and a punk vest shows up. Lu goes with him. Why? Her mother only said that she should go with people that she knows! However, the man is her brother! Winner of the Children’s Library Book Award.
Reason for recommendation: This book teaches kids not to go with strangers. During the reading process, the children will nervously guess whether Lu will go with those people. This book helps parents and children discuss the possible dangers of strangers. Parent-child activities can be carried out after reading the list of security personnel and people familiar to the child.

The World Needs More Purple People
Kristen Bell
Benjamin Hart
AR Level: 3.0
Interest Level: Lower Grades (LG K-3)
AR Quiz No.: 509500 EN
Word Count: 831
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Topic - Subtopic: Emotions-Misc./Other; Humor/Funny-Funny; Interpersonal Relationships-Friendship;
Series: My Purple World;

Purple people embrace themselves, and are ordinary superheroes of our community! If you don’t know how to be a purple person, don’t worry! Penny Purple will take you through ALL of the steps! She shares them with us. Purple people bring their friends together, love to laugh, are hardworking, and speak up for what’s right. The last step though, according to Penny, is the MOST important. That step is – to paint yourself purple?! What?! Just kidding. The last step is to be yourself, and let nobody hurt your aura, because you are perfect. Kirsten Bell has also played in many star movies, such as being Anna in Frozen! Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller!
Reason for recommendation: This book tells kids about how to be yourself. It has wonderful and fun illustrations that fit perfectly with this book, making kids want to read it many times. They will love Penny’s playful attitude and character.