Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Market Bowl | Jim Averbeck | Last Stop on Market Street | Matt de la Peña | If you enjoyed the vibrant and diverse setting of The Market Bowl, you might appreciate Last Stop on Market Street for its heartwarming story of a young boy's journey through the city with his grandmother, and its celebration of community and kindness. |
| The Market Bowl | Jim Averbeck | The Ugly Vegetables | Grace Lin | If you were drawn to The Market Bowl's focus on food and culture, you might find The Ugly Vegetables appealing with its exploration of a Chinese-American family's garden and the unique vegetables they grow, highlighting the beauty of diversity and the importance of family traditions. |
| The Market Bowl | Jim Averbeck | Bee-Bim Bop! | Linda Sue Park | If you enjoyed the lively and engaging tone of The Market Bowl, Bee-Bim Bop! offers a fun and rhythmic story of a family preparing a traditional Korean dish, complete with a recipe and cultural notes, making it a delightful and educational read for all ages. |
| The Pink Hat | Andrew Joyner | I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark | Debbie Levy | If you enjoyed The Pink Hat's message of empowerment and activism, you might appreciate I Dissent for its inspiring story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's fight for justice and equality, and her determination to make a difference in the world. |
| The Pink Hat | Andrew Joyner | The Paper Bag Princess | Robert Munsch | If you liked The Pink Hat's strong female protagonist and message of breaking gender stereotypes, you might enjoy The Paper Bag Princess for its clever and resourceful heroine who outwits a dragon and saves the prince, while challenging traditional fairy tale tropes. |
| The Pink Hat | Andrew Joyner | Last Stop on Market Street | Matt de la Peña | If you appreciated The Pink Hat's themes of community, kindness, and social awareness, you might find Last Stop on Market Street heartwarming and thought-provoking, as it follows a young boy and his grandmother on a bus ride through the city, discovering beauty and diversity in unexpected places. |
| The Girl Who Fell from the Sky: a Novel | Heidi W. Durrow | The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother | James McBride | If you enjoyed the exploration of identity and race in The Girl Who Fell from the Sky, you might appreciate The Color of Water for its poignant and honest portrayal of a mixed-race family, and the author's journey to understand his own identity and heritage. |
| The Girl Who Fell from the Sky: a Novel | Heidi W. Durrow | The House on Mango Street | Sandra Cisneros | If you appreciated the coming-of-age story and lyrical prose in The Girl Who Fell from the Sky, you might enjoy The House on Mango Street for its poetic and evocative writing, and its exploration of the challenges faced by a young Latina girl growing up in a poor neighborhood. |
| The Girl Who Fell from the Sky: a Novel | Heidi W. Durrow | The Namesake | Jhumpa Lahiri | If you enjoyed the themes of cultural identity and family in The Girl Who Fell from the Sky, you might find The Namesake compelling with its exploration of the immigrant experience, the clash of cultures, and the search for identity and belonging in a new country. |
| I Am the Rain | John Paterson | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you enjoyed the emotional depth and poignant themes of I Am the Rain, you might appreciate The Giving Tree for its exploration of the relationship between humans and nature, and its ability to evoke powerful emotions through simple yet profound storytelling. |
| I Am the Rain | John Paterson | The Lorax | Dr. Seuss | If you were moved by I Am the Rain's message about the importance of environmental conservation, you might find The Lorax to be a compelling read with its whimsical illustrations, memorable characters, and powerful commentary on the dangers of greed and exploitation. |
| I Am the Rain | John Paterson | The Water Princess | Susan Verde | If you appreciated the lyrical prose and vivid imagery of I Am the Rain, The Water Princess might be a good fit for you with its beautiful illustrations, inspiring story of perseverance, and focus on the importance of clean water and access to resources. |
| You Should See Me in a Crown | Leah Johnson | The Black Flamingo | Dean Atta | If you enjoyed the themes of identity, self-discovery, and the power of community in You Should See Me in a Crown, The Black Flamingo offers a similarly poignant and uplifting story of a mixed-race gay teen exploring his identity and finding his voice through drag performance. |
| You Should See Me in a Crown | Leah Johnson | Felix Ever After | Kacen Callender | If you appreciated the exploration of queer identity and the challenges of navigating high school in You Should See Me in a Crown, Felix Ever After offers a heartfelt and honest portrayal of a trans teen's journey of self-discovery, first love, and standing up for oneself. |
| You Should See Me in a Crown | Leah Johnson | The Poet X | Elizabeth Acevedo | If you enjoyed the lyrical prose and powerful voice of the protagonist in You Should See Me in a Crown, The Poet X offers a similarly captivating and poetic story of a young Afro-Latina girl finding her voice through slam poetry and challenging the expectations of her conservative family and community. |
| Dragons Eat Noodles on Tuesdays | Jon Stahl | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative nature of Dragons Eat Noodles on Tuesdays, you might appreciate The Book with No Pictures for its playful and interactive approach to storytelling that encourages creativity and laughter. |
| Dragons Eat Noodles on Tuesdays | Jon Stahl | The Day the Crayons Quit | Drew Daywalt | If you liked the humor and colorful characters in Dragons Eat Noodles on Tuesdays, you might enjoy The Day the Crayons Quit for its witty and charming story about a box of crayons that go on strike, showcasing the power of creativity and self-expression. |
| Dragons Eat Noodles on Tuesdays | Jon Stahl | The True Story of the Three Little Pigs | Jon Scieszka | If you appreciated the subversion of traditional fairy tales in Dragons Eat Noodles on Tuesdays, you might find The True Story of the Three Little Pigs intriguing with its retelling of the classic story from the perspective of the Big Bad Wolf, challenging readers to question their assumptions and think critically about different points of view. |
| Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School | Jeff Kinney | Big Nate: In a Class by Himself | Lincoln Peirce | If you enjoyed the humorous and relatable middle school setting of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, you might also enjoy Big Nate, which follows the misadventures of a sixth-grader as he navigates school, friendships, and family life with plenty of laughs along the way. |
| Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School | Jeff Kinney | Dork Diaries: Tales from a Not-So-Fabulous Life | Rachel Renee Russell | If you liked the diary format and humorous tone of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, you might also enjoy Dork Diaries, which follows the trials and tribulations of middle schooler Nikki Maxwell as she deals with mean girls, crushes, and embarrassing family members. |
| Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School | Jeff Kinney | The Strange Case of Origami Yoda | Tom Angleberger | If you enjoyed the blend of humor and illustrations in Diary of a Wimpy Kid, you might also enjoy The Strange Case of Origami Yoda, which features a group of middle schoolers trying to solve the mystery of whether a paper Yoda finger puppet can really predict the future. |
| A Day So Gray | Marie Lamba | The Snowy Day | Ezra Jack Keats | If you enjoyed the cozy and heartwarming feel of A Day So Gray, you might appreciate The Snowy Day for its beautiful illustrations, simple yet impactful story, and celebration of the joys of winter. |
| A Day So Gray | Marie Lamba | The Umbrella | Ingrid Schubert | If you were captivated by A Day So Gray's exploration of the beauty in everyday moments, you might find The Umbrella intriguing with its charming illustrations, whimsical story, and emphasis on the power of imagination and friendship. |
| A Day So Gray | Marie Lamba | The Little Yellow Leaf | Carin Berger | If you enjoyed the gentle and poetic tone of A Day So Gray, The Little Yellow Leaf offers a similarly poignant and lyrical story that explores the beauty of change, the passing of seasons, and the importance of letting go. |
| Seed School: Growing Up Amazing | Joan Holub | The Curious Garden | Peter Brown | If you enjoyed Seed School's focus on the power of nature and the importance of environmental stewardship, you might appreciate The Curious Garden for its charming illustrations, inspiring message, and celebration of the transformative impact of gardening on individuals and communities. |
| Seed School: Growing Up Amazing | Joan Holub | The Lorax | Dr. Seuss | If you were drawn to Seed School's exploration of the consequences of human actions on the natural world, you might find The Lorax thought-provoking with its whimsical characters, cautionary tale, and poignant message about the importance of environmental conservation. |
| Seed School: Growing Up Amazing | Joan Holub | The Secret Garden | Frances Hodgson Burnett | If you enjoyed Seed School's themes of growth, transformation, and the healing power of nature, you might find The Secret Garden enchanting with its evocative descriptions, memorable characters, and exploration of the restorative effects of nature on the human spirit. |
| Hungry Bunny | Claudia Rueda | Tap the Magic Tree | Christie Matheson | If you enjoyed the interactive and playful nature of Hungry Bunny, you might appreciate Tap the Magic Tree for its similar interactive format that encourages readers to tap, shake, and clap to make the tree change throughout the seasons. |
| Hungry Bunny | Claudia Rueda | Little Owl's Night | Divya Srinivasan | If you liked the charming illustrations and gentle storytelling of Hungry Bunny, you might enjoy Little Owl's Night for its beautiful illustrations, soothing tone, and exploration of the nocturnal world. |
| Hungry Bunny | Claudia Rueda | The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Eric Carle | If you enjoyed the theme of hunger and the cute animal protagonist in Hungry Bunny, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a classic children's book that explores the life cycle of a caterpillar and its insatiable appetite, with colorful illustrations and a simple yet engaging narrative. |
| The Tapper Twins Go to War (with Each Other) | Geoff Rodkey | The Terrible Two | Mac Barnett and Jory John | If you enjoyed the humorous and competitive sibling dynamic in The Tapper Twins Go to War (with Each Other), you might also enjoy The Terrible Two, which features a similar rivalry between two pranksters who eventually team up to pull off the ultimate prank. |
| The Tapper Twins Go to War (with Each Other) | Geoff Rodkey | The Misadventures of Max Crumbly: Locker Hero | Rachel Renee Russell | If you liked the middle school setting and relatable characters in The Tapper Twins Go to War (with Each Other), you might enjoy The Misadventures of Max Crumbly: Locker Hero, which follows the hilarious and awkward misadventures of a middle school student trying to survive his first week at a new school. |
| The Tapper Twins Go to War (with Each Other) | Geoff Rodkey | The Secret Series | Enid Blyton | If you enjoyed the mystery and adventure elements in The Tapper Twins Go to War (with Each Other), you might enjoy The Secret Series, which follows a group of children who solve mysteries and go on thrilling adventures together, using their intelligence and bravery to outsmart the bad guys. |
| Llama Llama Holiday Helper | Anna Dewdney | The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving | Stan and Jan Berenstain | If you enjoyed the heartwarming message of Llama Llama Holiday Helper, you might appreciate The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving for its similar themes of generosity, kindness, and the true meaning of the holiday season. |
| Llama Llama Holiday Helper | Anna Dewdney | Pete the Cat Saves Christmas | Eric Litwin and James Dean | If you liked the colorful illustrations and playful rhymes of Llama Llama Holiday Helper, you might enjoy Pete the Cat Saves Christmas for its catchy songs, fun storyline, and positive message about the spirit of Christmas. |
| Llama Llama Holiday Helper | Anna Dewdney | The Polar Express | Chris Van Allsburg | If you appreciated the magical and imaginative elements of Llama Llama Holiday Helper, The Polar Express offers a timeless classic that captures the wonder and enchantment of Christmas through its stunning illustrations, captivating story, and themes of belief, courage, and friendship. |
| ¡Diez Manzanas en la Cabeza! | Theo. LeSieg | El Gato Ensombrerado | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the playful rhymes and whimsical illustrations of ¡Diez Manzanas en la Cabeza!, you might also enjoy El Gato Ensombrerado, another classic children's book by Dr. Seuss that features a mischievous cat and his wacky adventures. |
| ¡Diez Manzanas en la Cabeza! | Theo. LeSieg | Donde Viven los Monstruos | Maurice Sendak | If you enjoyed the imaginative and colorful illustrations of ¡Diez Manzanas en la Cabeza!, you might also enjoy Donde Viven los Monstruos, a beloved children's book that takes readers on a wild journey to a magical land filled with monsters and adventure. |
| ¡Diez Manzanas en la Cabeza! | Theo. LeSieg | La Oruga Muy Hambrienta | Eric Carle | If you enjoyed the counting and repetition elements of ¡Diez Manzanas en la Cabeza!, you might also enjoy La Oruga Muy Hambrienta, a classic children's book that teaches young readers about the life cycle of a butterfly through colorful illustrations and simple text. |
| The Missing Movie | Geronimo Stilton | Thea Stilton and the Dragon's Code | Thea Stilton | If you enjoyed The Missing Movie's adventurous plot and engaging characters, you might like Thea Stilton and the Dragon's Code, which features a group of mouselets solving a mystery in China while learning about the country's culture and history. |
| The Missing Movie | Geronimo Stilton | The Secret of the Old Clock | Carolyn Keene | If you enjoyed the mystery and suspense in The Missing Movie, you might enjoy The Secret of the Old Clock, the first book in the Nancy Drew series, which follows the teenage detective as she investigates a missing will and uncovers a web of secrets and lies. |
| The Missing Movie | Geronimo Stilton | The Mysterious Benedict Society | Trenton Lee Stewart | If you enjoyed the teamwork and problem-solving in The Missing Movie, you might like The Mysterious Benedict Society, which features a group of gifted children who must use their unique skills to stop a nefarious plot and save the world. |
| Rabbit & Robot: the Sleepover | Cece Bell | The Wild Robot | Peter Brown | If you enjoyed the theme of robots and their interactions with animals in Rabbit & Robot: the Sleepover, you might appreciate The Wild Robot for its heartwarming story of a robot stranded on an island and her journey to understand and coexist with the island's animal inhabitants. |
| Rabbit & Robot: the Sleepover | Cece Bell | The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend | Dan Santat | If you liked the whimsical and imaginative elements of Rabbit & Robot: the Sleepover, you might find The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend delightful with its charming illustrations, endearing characters, and exploration of the power of friendship and imagination. |
| Rabbit & Robot: the Sleepover | Cece Bell | The Princess in Black | Shannon Hale and Dean Hale | If you enjoyed the humor and playful tone of Rabbit & Robot: The Sleepover, The Princess in Black offers a fun and action-packed adventure with a spunky heroine who secretly fights monsters while maintaining her royal duties, providing a delightful and empowering read for young readers. |
| Building Our House | Jonathan Bean | The Little House | Virginia Lee Burton | If you enjoyed the theme of building a house and the charming illustrations in Building Our House, you might appreciate The Little House, a classic children's book that tells the story of a small house in the countryside and its journey through changing times and landscapes. |
| Building Our House | Jonathan Bean | Home | Carson Ellis | If you appreciated the focus on the concept of home and the process of building a house in Building Our House, you might enjoy Home, a beautifully illustrated book that explores the idea of what makes a home, from a bird's nest to a cozy cottage to a city apartment. |
| Building Our House | Jonathan Bean | The House That Jane Built: A Story About Jane Addams | Tanya Lee Stone | If you enjoyed the theme of building a house and the idea of community in Building Our House, you might appreciate The House That Jane Built, a picture book biography of Jane Addams, who founded Hull House in Chicago to provide a safe and welcoming space for immigrants and the poor. |
| 5 Minute Marvel Stories | 5 Minute Avengers Stories | Marvel Press Book Group | If you enjoyed the quick and exciting superhero stories in 5 Minute Marvel Stories, you might also enjoy 5 Minute Avengers Stories, which features more adventures with beloved Marvel characters like Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor. | |
| 5 Minute Marvel Stories | Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Buggin' Out! | MacKenzie Cadenhead | If you liked the fun and accessible tone of 5 Minute Marvel Stories, you might enjoy Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Buggin' Out!, which features Spider-Man and his friends in a lighthearted and humorous adventure that's perfect for young readers. |