Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I'm Dirty! | Kate & Jim McMullan | The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! | Mo Willems | If you enjoyed the humor and lively dialogue in I'm Dirty!, you might also like The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, which features a similarly irreverent and opinionated protagonist. The simple illustrations and relatable story make it a great choice for beginning readers. |
| McElligot's Pool | Dr. Seuss | One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative storytelling of McElligot's Pool, you might also enjoy One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, another classic Dr. Seuss book that features playful rhymes, colorful illustrations, and a variety of fantastical creatures. |
| McElligot's Pool | Dr. Seuss | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you appreciated the playful and mischievous tone of McElligot's Pool, you might also enjoy The Cat in the Hat, another beloved Dr. Seuss book that features a lively and unpredictable character wreaking havoc in a household, with humorous and entertaining results. |
| McElligot's Pool | Dr. Seuss | Oh, the Places You'll Go! | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the uplifting and inspiring message of McElligot's Pool, you might also appreciate Oh, the Places You'll Go!, a classic Dr. Seuss book that encourages readers to embrace life's adventures and challenges, with its colorful illustrations and memorable rhymes. |
| Cuando Amamos Cantamos: When We Love Someone We Sing to Them | Ernesto Javier Martínez | The House on Mango Street | Sandra Cisneros | If you enjoyed the poetic and lyrical language of Cuando Amamos Cantamos, you might appreciate The House on Mango Street for its beautiful prose, vivid imagery, and exploration of the Chicano experience in America. |
| Cuando Amamos Cantamos: When We Love Someone We Sing to Them | Ernesto Javier Martínez | The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao | Junot Diaz | If you appreciated the themes of love, family, and identity in Cuando Amamos Cantamos, you might enjoy The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao for its exploration of the immigrant experience, the search for self-acceptance, and the power of storytelling. |
| Cuando Amamos Cantamos: When We Love Someone We Sing to Them | Ernesto Javier Martínez | The Poet X | Elizabeth Acevedo | If you enjoyed the musical and rhythmic elements of Cuando Amamos Cantamos, you might find The Poet X compelling with its exploration of spoken word poetry, the challenges of growing up as a young woman of color, and the importance of finding one's voice. |
| Roxaboxen | Alice McLerran | The Secret Garden | Frances Hodgson Burnett | If you enjoyed the imaginative and whimsical nature of Roxaboxen, you might appreciate The Secret Garden for its similar themes of childhood wonder, outdoor exploration, and the transformative power of nature. |
| Roxaboxen | Alice McLerran | My Side of the Mountain | Jean Craighead George | If you were captivated by Roxaboxen's depiction of children's ingenuity and resourcefulness in creating their own world, you might find My Side of the Mountain intriguing with its story of a young boy who runs away from home to live in the wilderness and survive on his own. |
| Roxaboxen | Alice McLerran | The Penderwicks | Jeanne Birdsall | If you enjoyed the sense of adventure and camaraderie among the children in Roxaboxen, The Penderwicks offers a heartwarming story of four sisters and their summer adventures, filled with humor, friendship, and a touch of magic. |
| Stargazing | Jen Wang | Real Friends | Shannon Hale | If you enjoyed the themes of friendship and self-discovery in Stargazing, Real Friends is a graphic novel memoir that explores similar themes of navigating the ups and downs of childhood friendships and finding one's place in the world. |
| Stargazing | Jen Wang | El Deafo | Cece Bell | El Deafo is a graphic novel memoir that shares Stargazing's focus on the experiences of a young girl. It explores themes of growing up, fitting in, and overcoming challenges, with the added element of the protagonist's hearing loss and use of a hearing aid. |
| Stargazing | Jen Wang | The Prince and the Dressmaker | Jen Wang | If you enjoyed Jen Wang's art style and storytelling in Stargazing, you might appreciate The Prince and the Dressmaker, another graphic novel by the same author. It explores themes of identity, self-expression, and acceptance, with a charming and heartwarming story about a prince who loves to wear dresses and the dressmaker who helps him fulfill his dreams. |
| Chase's Space Case | Kristen L. Depken | Moon's First Friends: One Giant Leap for Friendship | Susanna Leonard Hill | If you enjoyed the space theme and the fun adventure in Chase's Space Case, you might also enjoy Moon's First Friends, which tells the story of the first moon landing from the perspective of the moon itself and the friends it makes along the way. |
| Chase's Space Case | Kristen L. Depken | Mousetronaut: Based on a (Partially) True Story | Mark Kelly | If you liked the idea of animals going to space in Chase's Space Case, you might enjoy Mousetronaut, which is based on the true story of a mouse that went to space with NASA. It's a fun and educational read for young space enthusiasts. |
| Chase's Space Case | Kristen L. Depken | The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System | Joanna Cole | If you enjoyed the educational aspect of space exploration in Chase's Space Case, you might also enjoy The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System. It's a classic children's book that takes readers on a wild ride through the solar system, teaching them about the planets and space along the way. |
| New Waves: a Novel | Kevin Nguyen | The Idiot | Elif Batuman | If you enjoyed the witty and introspective tone of New Waves, you might appreciate The Idiot for its exploration of identity, relationships, and the challenges of coming of age in a complex world. |
| New Waves: a Novel | Kevin Nguyen | The Incendiaries | R.O. Kwon | If you were captivated by New Waves' examination of the complexities of human behavior and the search for meaning, you might find The Incendiaries intriguing with its exploration of faith, love, and the consequences of fanaticism. |
| New Waves: a Novel | Kevin Nguyen | The Sympathizer | Viet Thanh Nguyen | If you enjoyed the themes of identity, race, and culture in New Waves, The Sympathizer offers a captivating story that delves into the experiences of a Vietnamese spy during and after the Vietnam War, providing a thought-provoking and immersive reading experience. |
| My Year of Rest and Relaxation | Ottessa Moshfegh | Eileen | Ottessa Moshfegh | If you enjoyed Moshfegh's writing style and dark humor in My Year of Rest and Relaxation, you might appreciate Eileen for its similarly unsettling and atmospheric tone, as well as its exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the darker aspects of the human psyche. |
| My Year of Rest and Relaxation | Ottessa Moshfegh | The Bell Jar | Sylvia Plath | If you were drawn to the themes of mental health and self-discovery in My Year of Rest and Relaxation, you might find The Bell Jar a compelling read. Plath's semi-autobiographical novel explores similar themes of depression, identity, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. |
| My Year of Rest and Relaxation | Ottessa Moshfegh | Conversations with Friends | Sally Rooney | If you enjoyed the introspective and character-driven nature of My Year of Rest and Relaxation, you might appreciate Conversations with Friends for its exploration of the complexities of relationships, the challenges of communication, and the search for meaning and connection in modern life. |
| How Do Dinosaurs Go to School? | Jane Yolen | The Pout-Pout Fish Goes to School | Deborah Diesen | If you enjoyed the playful and educational tone of How Do Dinosaurs Go to School?, you might appreciate The Pout-Pout Fish Goes to School for its engaging rhymes, colorful illustrations, and positive message about learning and trying new things. |
| How Do Dinosaurs Go to School? | Jane Yolen | Llama Llama Misses Mama | Anna Dewdney | If you liked the focus on emotions and socialization in How Do Dinosaurs Go to School?, you might enjoy Llama Llama Misses Mama for its relatable story about separation anxiety, its lovable characters, and its comforting message about the power of love and reassurance. |
| How Do Dinosaurs Go to School? | Jane Yolen | The Berenstain Bears Go to School | Stan and Jan Berenstain | If you appreciated the emphasis on manners and behavior in How Do Dinosaurs Go to School?, you might find The Berenstain Bears Go to School appealing for its timeless lessons about responsibility, respect, and kindness, as well as its charming illustrations and relatable characters. |
| Reflections: on the Magic of Writing | Diana Wynne Jones | On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft | Stephen King | If you enjoyed the insights into the writing process and the craft of storytelling in Reflections, you might appreciate Stephen King's On Writing, which offers a candid and inspiring memoir that explores the author's life and work, as well as practical advice for aspiring writers. |
| Reflections: on the Magic of Writing | Diana Wynne Jones | Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life | Anne Lamott | If you were inspired by the personal and reflective tone of Reflections, you might enjoy Anne Lamott's Bird by Bird, which offers a humorous and compassionate guide to the writing life, with practical tips, anecdotes, and insights on the creative process. |
| Reflections: on the Magic of Writing | Diana Wynne Jones | The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles | Steven Pressfield | If you were intrigued by the idea of writing as a magical and transformative process in Reflections, you might find The War of Art a compelling read, as it explores the challenges and resistance that artists face in pursuing their creative vision, and offers practical strategies for overcoming self-doubt, procrastination, and other obstacles. |
| Sleepover Scientist | Kelly Starling Lyons | Hidden Figures | Margot Lee Shetterly | If you enjoyed Sleepover Scientist's focus on the achievements of women in science, Hidden Figures offers a fascinating look at the contributions of African American women mathematicians to NASA's space program during the 1960s, highlighting their intelligence, perseverance, and impact on history. |
| Sleepover Scientist | Kelly Starling Lyons | Ada Twist, Scientist | Andrea Beaty | If you appreciated Sleepover Scientist's emphasis on curiosity and experimentation, Ada Twist, Scientist is a delightful picture book that encourages children to explore the world around them, ask questions, and pursue their passions, featuring a spunky and imaginative protagonist who loves science. |
| Sleepover Scientist | Kelly Starling Lyons | The Girl Who Drew Butterflies | Joyce Sidman | If you were inspired by Sleepover Scientist's celebration of scientific discovery and the natural world, The Girl Who Drew Butterflies tells the true story of Maria Merian, a 17th-century artist and naturalist who defied gender norms to study insects and metamorphosis, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of entomology. |
| Pterodactyl Show and Tell | Thad Krasnesky | How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? | Jane Yolen | If you enjoyed the playful and educational nature of Pterodactyl Show and Tell, you might appreciate How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? for its humorous and relatable depiction of dinosaur behavior and its engaging illustrations. |
| Pterodactyl Show and Tell | Thad Krasnesky | Dinosaurs Before Dark | Mary Pope Osborne | If you were captivated by the prehistoric setting of Pterodactyl Show and Tell, you might find Dinosaurs Before Dark intriguing with its time-traveling siblings, thrilling adventure, and vivid descriptions of the Mesozoic era. |
| Pterodactyl Show and Tell | Thad Krasnesky | The Magic School Bus in the Time of the Dinosaurs | Joanna Cole | If you enjoyed the educational aspect of Pterodactyl Show and Tell, The Magic School Bus in the Time of the Dinosaurs offers a fun and informative journey through the age of dinosaurs, complete with Ms. Frizzle's trademark humor and scientific explanations. |
| They Both Die at the End | Adam Silvera | History Is All You Left Me | Adam Silvera | If you enjoyed the emotional depth and exploration of grief in They Both Die at the End, you might appreciate History Is All You Left Me for its poignant portrayal of loss, complex characters, and exploration of the impact of mental illness on relationships. |
| They Both Die at the End | Adam Silvera | The Fault in Our Stars | John Green | If you were moved by the themes of love and mortality in They Both Die at the End, you might enjoy The Fault in Our Stars for its exploration of similar themes, its memorable characters, and its poignant and heart-wrenching story. |
| They Both Die at the End | Adam Silvera | More Happy Than Not | Adam Silvera | If you appreciated the exploration of identity and self-discovery in They Both Die at the End, you might enjoy More Happy Than Not for its exploration of similar themes, its complex characters, and its thought-provoking examination of memory, trauma, and the nature of happiness. |
| I Can Build It! | Kelly Greenawalt | Rosie Revere, Engineer | Andrea Beaty | If you enjoyed the empowering message of I Can Build It! and the focus on creativity and problem-solving, you might also enjoy Rosie Revere, Engineer, which follows a young girl who dreams of becoming an engineer and learns to embrace her failures as part of the learning process. |
| I Can Build It! | Kelly Greenawalt | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | For readers who enjoyed the emphasis on perseverance and determination in I Can Build It!, The Most Magnificent Thing offers a relatable story about a young girl who sets out to create something amazing but faces obstacles along the way, ultimately learning the value of collaboration and persistence. |
| I Can Build It! | Kelly Greenawalt | The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes | Mark Pett and Gary Rubinstein | If you appreciated the focus on growth mindset and learning from mistakes in I Can Build It!, The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes offers a humorous and engaging story about a girl who is known for never making mistakes, until one day she does, and learns that it's okay to be imperfect and make mistakes. |
| Dinosaurs Can't Roar: The Unbelievable True Story About Rex and Our Dino Friends! | Layla Beason | How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? | Jane Yolen | If you enjoyed the fun and educational aspect of Dinosaurs Can't Roar, you might appreciate How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? for its playful illustrations, engaging rhymes, and introduction to different types of dinosaurs and their behaviors. |
| Dinosaurs Can't Roar: The Unbelievable True Story About Rex and Our Dino Friends! | Layla Beason | Dinosaurs Before Dark | Mary Pope Osborne | If you liked the idea of exploring the world of dinosaurs, you might enjoy Dinosaurs Before Dark, the first book in the Magic Tree House series, which takes young readers on a thrilling adventure through time to the age of the dinosaurs. |
| Dinosaurs Can't Roar: The Unbelievable True Story About Rex and Our Dino Friends! | Layla Beason | National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs | Catherine D. Hughes | If you want to learn more about dinosaurs and their history, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs is a great resource, featuring colorful illustrations, fun facts, and easy-to-understand explanations of dinosaur anatomy, behavior, and extinction. |
| Lemonade in Winter: a Book About Two Kids Counting Money | Emily Jenkins | The Lemonade War | Jacqueline Davies | If you enjoyed Lemonade in Winter's focus on entrepreneurship and counting money, you might appreciate The Lemonade War for its similar themes, as well as its exploration of sibling rivalry, friendship, and the challenges of running a business. |
| Lemonade in Winter: a Book About Two Kids Counting Money | Emily Jenkins | A Chair for My Mother | Vera B. Williams | If you liked Lemonade in Winter's emphasis on saving money and working hard to achieve a goal, you might find A Chair for My Mother a heartwarming and inspiring read, as it tells the story of a family's efforts to save money for a new chair after losing their home and possessions in a fire. |
| Lemonade in Winter: a Book About Two Kids Counting Money | Emily Jenkins | One Hen: How One Small Loan Made a Big Difference | Katie Smith Milway | If you enjoyed Lemonade in Winter's message about the power of entrepreneurship and hard work, One Hen offers a similar story of a boy in Ghana who uses a small loan to start a poultry farm, and through his efforts, transforms his life and the lives of others in his community. |
| That is Not a Good Idea! | Mo Willems | The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! | Mo Willems | If you enjoyed the humor and playful illustrations in That is Not a Good Idea!, you might also enjoy The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, another delightful picture book by Mo Willems featuring the mischievous and lovable Pigeon character. |
| That is Not a Good Idea! | Mo Willems | Interrupting Chicken | David Ezra Stein | If you appreciated the interactive and engaging storytelling style of That is Not a Good Idea!, you might also enjoy Interrupting Chicken, a humorous and clever picture book that invites young readers to participate in the story and predict what will happen next. |
| That is Not a Good Idea! | Mo Willems | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you enjoyed the unexpected twists and turns in That is Not a Good Idea!, you might also enjoy The Book with No Pictures, a hilarious and inventive picture book that challenges traditional storytelling conventions and encourages readers to use their imagination. |
| The Silver Arrow | Lev Grossman | The Chronicles of Narnia | C.S. Lewis | If you enjoyed the fantastical elements and the sense of adventure in The Silver Arrow, you might appreciate The Chronicles of Narnia for its imaginative world-building, memorable characters, and timeless themes of good vs. evil. |