Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Hear a Pickle: (and Smell, See, Touch, and Taste It, Too!) | Rachel Isadora | Press Here | Herve Tullet | If you enjoyed the interactive and playful nature of I Hear a Pickle, you might enjoy Press Here for its engaging and imaginative use of color, movement, and touch to create a unique reading experience. |
| I Hear a Pickle: (and Smell, See, Touch, and Taste It, Too!) | Rachel Isadora | The Listening Walk | Paul Showers | If you enjoyed the focus on listening in I Hear a Pickle, you might appreciate The Listening Walk for its exploration of the sounds of nature and the world around us, encouraging readers to slow down and pay attention to the soundscape of their environment. |
| Little Mole's Wish | Sang-Keun Kim | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you enjoyed the heartwarming and poignant message of Little Mole's Wish, you might appreciate The Giving Tree for its timeless tale of selflessness, love, and the beauty of giving. |
| Little Mole's Wish | Sang-Keun Kim | The Velveteen Rabbit | Margery Williams | If you were touched by Little Mole's Wish's exploration of the power of love and friendship, you might find The Velveteen Rabbit a similarly moving story about a toy rabbit's journey to become real through the love of a child. |
| Little Mole's Wish | Sang-Keun Kim | The Little Prince | Antoine de Saint-Exupéry | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative elements of Little Mole's Wish, The Little Prince offers a charming and thought-provoking story about a young prince's journey through the universe, exploring themes of love, friendship, and the meaning of life. |
| The Biggest Puddle in the World | Mark Lee | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the playful and imaginative tone of The Biggest Puddle in the World, you might appreciate The Cat in the Hat for its whimsical rhymes, colorful illustrations, and mischievous characters that spark the imagination of young readers. |
| The Biggest Puddle in the World | Mark Lee | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you were moved by the emotional depth and heartwarming message of The Biggest Puddle in the World, you might find The Giving Tree a touching and poignant read with its exploration of the nature of love, sacrifice, and the enduring bond between a tree and a boy. |
| The Biggest Puddle in the World | Mark Lee | Where the Wild Things Are | Maurice Sendak | If you enjoyed the sense of adventure and discovery in The Biggest Puddle in the World, Where the Wild Things Are offers a captivating story that takes readers on a journey to a magical land of wild creatures, imagination, and self-discovery, inspiring readers of all ages to embrace their inner wildness. |
| Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Pizza of Peril | John Dougherty | The 13-Storey Treehouse | Andy Griffiths | If you enjoyed the humor and wackiness of Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face, you might also enjoy The 13-Storey Treehouse, which features a similarly absurd and imaginative world filled with quirky characters and hilarious situations. |
| Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Pizza of Peril | John Dougherty | The Bad Beginning | Lemony Snicket | If you liked the adventurous and unpredictable nature of Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face, you might enjoy The Bad Beginning, the first book in the Series of Unfortunate Events, which follows the misadventures of three siblings as they try to uncover the truth about their parents' mysterious death. |
| Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Pizza of Peril | John Dougherty | The Name of this Book is Secret | Pseudonymous Bosch | If you enjoyed the mystery and suspense of Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face, you might like The Name of this Book is Secret, which features a secret society, a hidden laboratory, and a dangerous quest to uncover the truth about a mysterious magician. |
| Star Wars Adventures. Volume 9: Fight the Empire! | Cavan Scott [and others] | Star Wars: Jedi Academy | Jeffrey Brown | If you enjoyed the action-packed and adventurous nature of Star Wars Adventures, you might appreciate Jedi Academy for its humorous and engaging story that follows a young Padawan's journey to becoming a Jedi, complete with illustrations and comic-style panels. |
| Star Wars Adventures. Volume 9: Fight the Empire! | Cavan Scott [and others] | Star Wars: Lost Stars | Claudia Gray | If you enjoyed the themes of rebellion and fighting against the Empire in Star Wars Adventures, Lost Stars offers a compelling and emotional story of two childhood friends who find themselves on opposite sides of the Galactic Civil War, exploring the complexities of loyalty, love, and the consequences of war. |
| Star Wars Adventures. Volume 9: Fight the Empire! | Cavan Scott [and others] | Star Wars: Thrawn | Timothy Zahn | If you enjoyed the presence of iconic Star Wars villains in Star Wars Adventures, Thrawn offers a fascinating and nuanced look at one of the franchise's most beloved antagonists, exploring his rise to power and cunning tactics as he navigates the treacherous waters of the Empire's hierarchy. |
| Peeper and Zeep | Adam Gudeon | The Day the Crayons Quit | Drew Daywalt | If you enjoyed the whimsical and playful tone of Peeper and Zeep, you might appreciate The Day the Crayons Quit for its imaginative storytelling, colorful illustrations, and humorous exploration of the inner lives of crayons. |
| Peeper and Zeep | Adam Gudeon | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you were charmed by Peeper and Zeep's use of language and wordplay, you might find The Book with No Pictures delightful with its interactive and silly approach to storytelling that encourages reader participation and engagement. |
| Peeper and Zeep | Adam Gudeon | Press Here | Herve Tullet | If you enjoyed the interactive and visually engaging elements of Peeper and Zeep, Press Here offers a similarly interactive reading experience that invites readers to participate in the story through touch and movement, making for a fun and imaginative journey. |
| The Passover Mouse | Joy Nelkin Wieder | The Matzah Man: A Passover Story | Naomi Howland | If you enjoyed The Passover Mouse's charming story and delightful illustrations, you might appreciate The Matzah Man for its similar focus on Passover traditions and its engaging retelling of a classic folktale. |
| The Passover Mouse | Joy Nelkin Wieder | The Elijah Door: A Passover Tale | Linda Leopold-Strauss | If you were captivated by The Passover Mouse's exploration of the Passover Seder and its rituals, you might find The Elijah Door intriguing with its focus on the symbolic opening of the door for the prophet Elijah and its message of hope and redemption. |
| The Passover Mouse | Joy Nelkin Wieder | The Story of Passover | David A. Adler | If you enjoyed The Passover Mouse's educational value and its introduction to Passover traditions, The Story of Passover offers a comprehensive and accessible overview of the holiday's history, customs, and significance, making it a great resource for readers of all ages. |
| Arthur's Valentine | Marc Brown | Froggy's First Kiss | Jonathan London | If you enjoyed the lighthearted and humorous tone of Arthur's Valentine, you might appreciate Froggy's First Kiss for its similar approach to a childhood milestone, as Froggy navigates his first crush and attempts to impress his love interest. |
| Arthur's Valentine | Marc Brown | Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentime | Barbara Park | If you liked the Valentine's Day theme of Arthur's Valentine, you might enjoy Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentime for its relatable portrayal of elementary school celebrations, as Junie B. navigates the ups and downs of friendship and crushes. |
| Arthur's Valentine | Marc Brown | The Day It Rained Hearts | Felicia Bond | If you enjoyed the heartwarming message of Arthur's Valentine, The Day It Rained Hearts offers a similarly sweet and imaginative story, as a young girl catches hearts that fall from the sky and uses them to create unique Valentine's Day cards for her friends. |
| Axiom's End: a Novel | Lindsay Ellis | The City We Became | N.K. Jemisin | If you enjoyed Axiom's End's exploration of first contact and the impact of alien technology on humanity, you might appreciate The City We Became for its imaginative and thought-provoking examination of the intersection of technology, identity, and urban life. |
| Axiom's End: a Novel | Lindsay Ellis | The Testaments | Margaret Atwood | If you were captivated by Axiom's End's exploration of power dynamics and the consequences of secrets, you might find The Testaments intriguing with its dystopian setting, complex characters, and exploration of the impact of authoritarian regimes on women's lives. |
| Axiom's End: a Novel | Lindsay Ellis | The Space Between Worlds | Micaiah Johnson | If you enjoyed Axiom's End's examination of alternate realities and the impact of choices on the course of history, The Space Between Worlds offers a captivating story that delves into the multiverse, identity, and the consequences of our actions, providing an immersive and thought-provoking reading experience. |
| What Do You Do with a Problem? | Kobi Yamada | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | If you enjoyed the theme of problem-solving in What Do You Do with a Problem?, you might appreciate The Most Magnificent Thing for its exploration of perseverance, creativity, and the importance of learning from failure in the process of innovation. |
| What Do You Do with a Problem? | Kobi Yamada | Rosie Revere, Engineer | Andrea Beaty | If you enjoyed the message of empowerment and the importance of pursuing one's dreams in What Do You Do with a Problem?, you might find Rosie Revere, Engineer inspiring with its engaging story, charming illustrations, and emphasis on the value of curiosity, imagination, and persistence in achieving one's goals. |
| What Do You Do with a Problem? | Kobi Yamada | The Dot | Peter H. Reynolds | If you appreciated the theme of self-discovery and the power of positive thinking in What Do You Do with a Problem?, you might enjoy The Dot for its uplifting message, simple yet expressive illustrations, and emphasis on the importance of creativity, self-expression, and believing in oneself. |
| The Bolds | Julian Clary | The One and Only Ivan | Katherine Applegate | If you enjoyed the heartwarming story of The Bolds and their unconventional family, you might also enjoy The One and Only Ivan, which tells the story of a gorilla who forms a bond with a young girl and learns to embrace his own identity and sense of belonging. |
| The Bolds | Julian Clary | The Mouse and the Motorcycle | Beverly Cleary | If you enjoyed the humor and adventure in The Bolds, you might also enjoy The Mouse and the Motorcycle, which follows the escapades of a young mouse who befriends a boy and learns to ride a toy motorcycle, leading to all sorts of exciting and hilarious situations. |
| The Bolds | Julian Clary | The Incredible Journey | Sheila Burnford | If you enjoyed the animal characters and their journey in The Bolds, you might also enjoy The Incredible Journey, which follows the adventures of a cat, a bull terrier, and a Labrador retriever as they travel across the Canadian wilderness to find their way home, facing many challenges and dangers along the way. |
| Runaways. [4], But You Can't Hide | Rainbow Rowell | Ms. Marvel. [1], No Normal | G. Willow Wilson | If you enjoyed the diverse cast of characters and the exploration of identity and belonging in Runaways, you might appreciate Ms. Marvel for its similar themes, engaging protagonist, and fresh take on the superhero genre. |
| Runaways. [4], But You Can't Hide | Rainbow Rowell | Lumberjanes. [1], Beware the Kitten Holy | Noelle Stevenson, Grace Ellis, Shannon Watters | If you enjoyed the humor, adventure, and strong female characters in Runaways, you might find Lumberjanes appealing with its quirky and fun-filled story, diverse and lovable cast, and celebration of friendship and teamwork. |
| Runaways. [4], But You Can't Hide | Rainbow Rowell | Giant Days. [1], Created and Written by John Allison | John Allison | If you enjoyed the coming-of-age elements and the witty and relatable dialogue in Runaways, you might enjoy Giant Days for its charming and realistic portrayal of college life, endearing characters, and clever humor. |
| Horrible Bear! | Ame Dyckman | I Want My Hat Back | Jon Klassen | If you enjoyed the humor and surprise ending of Horrible Bear!, you might appreciate I Want My Hat Back for its deadpan humor, minimalist illustrations, and unexpected twist. |
| Horrible Bear! | Ame Dyckman | The True Story of the Three Little Pigs | Jon Scieszka | If you enjoyed the subversion of expectations in Horrible Bear!, you might enjoy The True Story of the Three Little Pigs for its retelling of a classic fairy tale from the villain's perspective, with a humorous and irreverent tone. |
| Horrible Bear! | Ame Dyckman | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you enjoyed the playful and interactive nature of Horrible Bear!, you might appreciate The Book with No Pictures for its use of language and humor to engage young readers, encouraging them to participate in the reading experience. |
| Half a Giraffe? | Jodie Parachini | Giraffes Can't Dance | Giles Andreae | If you enjoyed the focus on giraffes in Half a Giraffe?, you might appreciate Giraffes Can't Dance for its charming story about a giraffe who learns to dance and the importance of being true to oneself. |
| Half a Giraffe? | Jodie Parachini | Giraffe Problems | Jory John | If you liked the humor and whimsy of Half a Giraffe?, you might enjoy Giraffe Problems for its witty and relatable story about a giraffe who is self-conscious about his neck and learns to embrace his unique qualities. |
| Half a Giraffe? | Jodie Parachini | Giraffe and Bird | Rebecca Bender | If you enjoyed the friendship between the giraffe and the other animals in Half a Giraffe?, you might appreciate Giraffe and Bird for its heartwarming story about an unlikely friendship between a giraffe and a bird who help each other overcome their fears. |
| Swallow the Leader: a Counting Book | Danna Smith | One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the playful and educational nature of Swallow the Leader, you might appreciate One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish for its whimsical rhymes, colorful illustrations, and imaginative creatures that teach counting and basic concepts. |
| Swallow the Leader: a Counting Book | Danna Smith | Ten Apples Up On Top! | Dr. Seuss | If you liked the counting aspect of Swallow the Leader, you might enjoy Ten Apples Up On Top! for its fun and engaging story about animals balancing apples on their heads, while also teaching counting and basic math skills. |
| Swallow the Leader: a Counting Book | Danna Smith | Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 | Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson | If you enjoyed the focus on numbers and counting in Swallow the Leader, Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 offers a fun and rhythmic story about numbers climbing up a tree, while also teaching counting, addition, and subtraction skills. |
| Strega Nona's Harvest | Tomie dePaola | Stone Soup | Marcia Brown | If you enjoyed the heartwarming and community-focused themes of Strega Nona's Harvest, you might appreciate Stone Soup for its similar message of sharing and cooperation, as well as its charming illustrations and timeless story. |
| Strega Nona's Harvest | Tomie dePaola | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you were moved by the emotional resonance of Strega Nona's Harvest, you might find The Giving Tree to be a poignant and thought-provoking read, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and the passage of time through a simple yet powerful story and illustrations. |
| Strega Nona's Harvest | Tomie dePaola | The Tale of Peter Rabbit | Beatrix Potter | If you enjoyed the charming and whimsical nature of Strega Nona's Harvest, The Tale of Peter Rabbit offers a similarly delightful and timeless story, with endearing characters, beautiful illustrations, and a gentle message about the importance of responsibility and consequences. |
| Biscuit and the Big Parade! | Alyssa Satin Capucilli | Clifford the Big Red Dog | Norman Bridwell | If you enjoyed the lovable and adventurous Biscuit, you might also enjoy Clifford the Big Red Dog, another classic children's book series featuring a friendly and curious animal protagonist who embarks on exciting escapades with his human friends. |
| Biscuit and the Big Parade! | Alyssa Satin Capucilli | Frog and Toad Are Friends | Arnold Lobel | If you appreciated the heartwarming friendship between Biscuit and his owner, you might find Frog and Toad Are Friends endearing with its charming tales of the enduring bond between two amphibian pals who support each other through thick and thin. |
| Biscuit and the Big Parade! | Alyssa Satin Capucilli | Curious George | H.A. Rey | If you enjoyed the playful and mischievous nature of Biscuit, you might also enjoy Curious George, a beloved children's book series featuring a curious and adventurous monkey who always manages to find himself in amusing and entertaining situations. |