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Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
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Happy Birthday Madame Chapeau | Andrea Beatty | The Dot | Peter H. Reynolds | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative illustrations in Happy Birthday Madame Chapeau, you might appreciate The Dot for its creative and inspiring story about a young girl who discovers her artistic talent and learns to express herself through her art. |
Happy Birthday Madame Chapeau | Andrea Beatty | The Day the Crayons Quit | Drew Daywalt | If you enjoyed the playful and colorful illustrations in Happy Birthday Madame Chapeau, you might enjoy The Day the Crayons Quit for its humorous and clever story about a box of crayons who go on strike and demand better treatment from their owner. |
Happy Birthday Madame Chapeau | Andrea Beatty | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | If you appreciated the themes of creativity, perseverance, and problem-solving in Happy Birthday Madame Chapeau, you might enjoy The Most Magnificent Thing for its inspiring story about a young girl who sets out to create the most magnificent thing but faces many challenges along the way. |
The Not-So-Pretty Pixies | Holly Anna | The Fairy Bell Sisters: Sylva and the Fairy Ball | Margaret McNamara | If you enjoyed The Not-So-Pretty Pixies' whimsical and magical world of fairies, you might appreciate The Fairy Bell Sisters: Sylva and the Fairy Ball for its charming characters, delightful illustrations, and enchanting story about sisterhood and friendship. |
The Not-So-Pretty Pixies | Holly Anna | The Rescue Princesses: The Secret Promise | Paula Harrison | If you were captivated by The Not-So-Pretty Pixies' adventurous and brave protagonists, you might find The Rescue Princesses: The Secret Promise intriguing with its exciting plot, resourceful heroines, and themes of loyalty and courage. |
The Not-So-Pretty Pixies | Holly Anna | The Magic Tree House: Dinosaurs Before Dark | Mary Pope Osborne | If you enjoyed the magical and imaginative elements of The Not-So-Pretty Pixies, The Magic Tree House: Dinosaurs Before Dark offers a captivating story that takes readers on a time-traveling adventure to the age of dinosaurs, providing an entertaining and educational reading experience. |
Heat of the Lava Dragon | Tracey West | Dragon Masters: Rise of the Earth Dragon | Tracey West | If you enjoyed Heat of the Lava Dragon's focus on dragons and adventure, you might appreciate Dragon Masters: Rise of the Earth Dragon for its engaging characters, exciting plot, and exploration of the bond between humans and dragons. |
Heat of the Lava Dragon | Tracey West | The Dragonet Prophecy | Tui T. Sutherland | If you were captivated by Heat of the Lava Dragon's fantastical world-building and dragon lore, you might find The Dragonet Prophecy intriguing with its unique dragon tribes, prophecies, and political intrigue, providing an immersive and thrilling reading experience. |
Heat of the Lava Dragon | Tracey West | Eragon | Christopher Paolini | If you enjoyed the epic scale and adventure of Heat of the Lava Dragon, Eragon offers a captivating story that follows a young dragon rider on a quest to overthrow an evil king, featuring a richly detailed world, complex characters, and thrilling action sequences. |
Ties That Tether | Jane Igharo | The Wedding Date | Jasmine Guillory | If you enjoyed the romantic elements of Ties That Tether, you might appreciate The Wedding Date for its charming characters, witty banter, and heartwarming story of unexpected love. |
Ties That Tether | Jane Igharo | The Girl with the Louding Voice | Abi Daré | If you appreciated the exploration of cultural identity and family dynamics in Ties That Tether, you might find The Girl with the Louding Voice compelling with its powerful portrayal of a young Nigerian girl's struggle for education and independence. |
Ties That Tether | Jane Igharo | The Vanishing Half | Brit Bennett | If you enjoyed the examination of race and identity in Ties That Tether, The Vanishing Half offers a thought-provoking story of twin sisters who choose to live in different racial communities, exploring themes of family, identity, and the lasting impact of our choices. |
Thundershock in Pummelo Stadium | Tracey West | Pokémon Adventures | Hidenori Kusaka | If you enjoyed the Pokémon battles and adventures in Thundershock in Pummelo Stadium, you might appreciate Pokémon Adventures for its action-packed storyline, diverse cast of characters, and faithful adaptation of the Pokémon games. |
Thundershock in Pummelo Stadium | Tracey West | The Unofficial Pokédex for Minecrafters | Megan Miller | If you're a fan of Pokémon and enjoy Minecraft, The Unofficial Pokédex for Minecrafters might be a fun read for you. It combines the world of Pokémon with the creativity and building aspects of Minecraft, providing a unique and engaging experience. |
Thundershock in Pummelo Stadium | Tracey West | The Electric Tale of Pikachu | Toshihiro Ono | If you're looking for more Pokémon adventures, The Electric Tale of Pikachu offers a manga adaptation of the Pokémon anime series, featuring Ash, Pikachu, and their friends in various exciting and humorous situations. |
Tuesday | David Wiesner | Flotsam | David Wiesner | If you enjoyed the imaginative and surreal illustrations in Tuesday, you might appreciate Flotsam for its stunning artwork and wordless storytelling that takes readers on a journey through time and space, exploring the wonders of the ocean and the mysteries of the universe. |
Tuesday | David Wiesner | Journey | Aaron Becker | If you were captivated by the magical and dreamlike quality of Tuesday, you might find Journey enchanting with its breathtaking illustrations and wordless narrative that invites readers to embark on a fantastical adventure through a mysterious world filled with hidden secrets and unexpected surprises. |
Tuesday | David Wiesner | The Arrival | Shaun Tan | If you enjoyed the visual storytelling and sense of wonder in Tuesday, The Arrival offers a similarly immersive and emotionally resonant reading experience, using stunning illustrations to tell the story of a man's journey to a new land and his struggle to adapt to a strange and unfamiliar culture. |
The Sheltering Sky | Paul Bowles | The English Patient | Michael Ondaatje | If you enjoyed the exotic and atmospheric setting of The Sheltering Sky, you might appreciate The English Patient for its lush and evocative prose, its exploration of love and war, and its vivid portrayal of the North African desert during World War II. |
The Sheltering Sky | Paul Bowles | The Magus | John Fowles | If you were captivated by The Sheltering Sky's examination of identity and existentialism, you might find The Magus intriguing with its psychological complexity, its exploration of power and manipulation, and its enigmatic and suspenseful plot. |
The Sheltering Sky | Paul Bowles | The Cairo Trilogy | Naguib Mahfouz | If you enjoyed the cultural and historical elements of The Sheltering Sky, The Cairo Trilogy offers a rich and immersive reading experience that delves into the social and political changes in Egypt during the first half of the 20th century, providing a fascinating insight into a complex and vibrant society. |
The Master and Margarita | Mikhail Bulgakov | One Hundred Years of Solitude | Gabriel Garcia Marquez | If you enjoyed the magical realism and fantastical elements of The Master and Margarita, you might appreciate One Hundred Years of Solitude for its intricate family saga, vivid imagery, and exploration of the human condition. |
The Master and Margarita | Mikhail Bulgakov | The Trial | Franz Kafka | If you were intrigued by The Master and Margarita's examination of societal norms and the individual's struggle against authority, you might find The Trial compelling with its surreal and absurd portrayal of a man's fight against an unknown and oppressive system. |
The Master and Margarita | Mikhail Bulgakov | The Name of the Rose | Umberto Eco | If you enjoyed the historical and philosophical elements of The Master and Margarita, The Name of the Rose offers a captivating mystery set in a medieval monastery, exploring themes of religion, power, and knowledge. |
Dozens of Doughnuts | Carrie Finison | If You Give a Mouse a Cookie | Laura Numeroff | If you enjoyed the playful and humorous tone of Dozens of Doughnuts, you might appreciate If You Give a Mouse a Cookie for its similar style and focus on the consequences of small actions leading to bigger ones. |
Dozens of Doughnuts | Carrie Finison | The Donut Chef | Bob Staake | If you loved the theme of doughnuts in Dozens of Doughnuts, you might find The Donut Chef delightful with its charming illustrations, engaging story, and mouth-watering descriptions of doughnuts. |
Dozens of Doughnuts | Carrie Finison | The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Eric Carle | If you enjoyed the counting and food elements in Dozens of Doughnuts, The Very Hungry Caterpillar offers a classic and beloved story that explores the life cycle of a caterpillar through colorful illustrations and simple text, making it a perfect read-aloud for young children. |
Lamb: the Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal | Christopher Moore | Good Omens | Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett | If you enjoyed the humorous and irreverent take on religion in Lamb, you might appreciate Good Omens for its witty satire, clever wordplay, and imaginative exploration of the apocalypse and the battle between heaven and hell. |
Lamb: the Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal | Christopher Moore | The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy | Douglas Adams | If you appreciated the absurd and offbeat humor in Lamb, you might enjoy The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy for its zany characters, hilarious situations, and philosophical musings on the meaning of life, the universe, and everything. |
Lamb: the Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal | Christopher Moore | American Gods | Neil Gaiman | If you enjoyed the blending of mythology and contemporary culture in Lamb, you might find American Gods fascinating with its exploration of the clash between old gods and new gods in America, its vivid characters, and its richly imagined world. |
Ruby Lu, Brave and True | Lenore Look | The Year of the Dog | Grace Lin | If you enjoyed Ruby Lu's humorous and heartwarming story of growing up as a Chinese-American girl, you might also enjoy The Year of the Dog, which follows a similar theme of cultural identity and family relationships, with a relatable and endearing protagonist. |
Ruby Lu, Brave and True | Lenore Look | The Penderwicks | Jeanne Birdsall | If you liked Ruby Lu's spunky and adventurous personality, you might enjoy The Penderwicks, which features a group of sisters with distinct personalities and a penchant for mischief, as they embark on a summer vacation full of fun and unexpected challenges. |
Ruby Lu, Brave and True | Lenore Look | The Great Wall of Lucy Wu | Wendy Wan-Long Shang | If you appreciated Ruby Lu's exploration of her Chinese heritage and the challenges of balancing two cultures, you might find The Great Wall of Lucy Wu engaging, as it follows a young girl's journey of self-discovery and acceptance, while navigating family expectations and cultural traditions. |
Bob Books. Sight Words: Kindergarten | Lynn Maslen Kertell | I Like Bugs | Margaret Wise Brown | If you enjoyed the simple and repetitive language of Bob Books. Sight Words: Kindergarten, you might appreciate I Like Bugs for its engaging illustrations, easy-to-read text, and focus on nature and the world around us. |
Bob Books. Sight Words: Kindergarten | Lynn Maslen Kertell | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you liked the fun and playful tone of Bob Books. Sight Words: Kindergarten, you might enjoy The Cat in the Hat for its rhyming text, zany characters, and imaginative story that encourages creativity and learning. |
Bob Books. Sight Words: Kindergarten | Lynn Maslen Kertell | Frog and Toad Are Friends | Arnold Lobel | If you appreciated the focus on friendship and social skills in Bob Books. Sight Words: Kindergarten, you might find Frog and Toad Are Friends charming with its heartwarming stories, lovable characters, and gentle humor that teaches valuable life lessons. |
Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter! | Tedd Arnold | Hi! Fly Guy | Tedd Arnold | If you enjoyed Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter!'s humorous and engaging story about a boy and his pet fly, you might also enjoy the first book in the series, Hi! Fly Guy, which introduces the characters and their unlikely friendship in a fun and accessible way. |
Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter! | Tedd Arnold | The Adventures of Captain Underpants | Dav Pilkey | If you liked the silly and irreverent humor of Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter!, you might enjoy The Adventures of Captain Underpants, which features two mischievous boys who create a comic book superhero that comes to life and causes chaos in their school. |
Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter! | Tedd Arnold | The Bad Guys | Aaron Blabey | If you enjoyed the wacky and offbeat humor of Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter!, you might appreciate The Bad Guys, a graphic novel series about a group of reformed villains who try to do good deeds but often end up causing more trouble than they prevent. |
Girl Power 5-Minute Stories: 10 Books in 1 | Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls | Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo | If you enjoyed the empowering and diverse stories in Girl Power 5-Minute Stories, you might appreciate Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, which features 100 real-life stories of extraordinary women from around the world who have made a difference in various fields. | |
Girl Power 5-Minute Stories: 10 Books in 1 | The Paper Bag Princess | Robert Munsch | If you enjoyed the themes of independence and resourcefulness in Girl Power 5-Minute Stories, you might find The Paper Bag Princess engaging with its spunky heroine who outwits a dragon and saves a prince, subverting traditional fairy tale tropes. | |
Girl Power 5-Minute Stories: 10 Books in 1 | She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World | Chelsea Clinton | If you enjoyed the focus on real-life female role models in Girl Power 5-Minute Stories, She Persisted offers inspiring stories of 13 American women who overcame obstacles and made significant contributions in various fields, accompanied by vibrant illustrations. | |
Fights: One Boy's Triumph over Violence | Joel Christian Gill | March: Book One | John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell | If you enjoyed the graphic novel format and the exploration of social justice issues in Fights, you might appreciate March: Book One, which is a memoir of Congressman John Lewis's experiences during the Civil Rights Movement and features powerful illustrations and a compelling narrative. |
Fights: One Boy's Triumph over Violence | Joel Christian Gill | Persepolis | Marjane Satrapi | If you were drawn to the autobiographical nature of Fights and the way it explores the impact of violence on a young person's life, you might find Persepolis to be a similarly powerful and moving graphic novel that tells the story of a young girl growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. |
Fights: One Boy's Triumph over Violence | Joel Christian Gill | The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian | Sherman Alexie | If you appreciated the way Fights explores issues of identity, race, and class, you might enjoy The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, which is a coming-of-age novel that follows a young Native American boy as he navigates life on a reservation and attends an all-white high school off the reservation. |
The Best of R. A. Lafferty | R. A. Lafferty | The Book of the New Sun | Gene Wolfe | If you enjoyed R. A. Lafferty's unique and imaginative writing style, you might appreciate The Book of the New Sun for its complex and layered narrative, richly detailed world-building, and philosophical themes. |
The Best of R. A. Lafferty | R. A. Lafferty | The Third Policeman | Flann O'Brien | If you were captivated by R. A. Lafferty's surreal and absurdist elements, you might find The Third Policeman intriguing with its dark humor, mind-bending plot, and exploration of metaphysical concepts. |
The Best of R. A. Lafferty | R. A. Lafferty | The Lathe of Heaven | Ursula K. Le Guin | If you enjoyed R. A. Lafferty's exploration of the human condition and the nature of reality, The Lathe of Heaven offers a thought-provoking story that delves into the power of dreams, the consequences of playing god, and the ethical dilemmas of altering the world. |
The Feelings Book | Todd Parr | In My Heart: A Book of Feelings | Jo Witek | If you enjoyed the colorful and accessible illustrations in The Feelings Book, In My Heart offers a similar approach to exploring emotions through vibrant artwork and relatable examples, making it a great choice for young readers. |
The Feelings Book | Todd Parr | The Way I Feel | Janan Cain | If you appreciated the straightforward and affirming tone of The Feelings Book, The Way I Feel offers a similar message of self-acceptance and emotional awareness, with engaging illustrations and simple language that make it a great choice for children and parents alike. |