"Knuffle Bunny is engaging and relatable to young readers. This funny story will have you laughing and smiling the entire book!"

Mrs. Carpentier also recommends:

• The Leaf Thief, by Alice Hemming: The Leaf Thief is a tale of two friends, a squirrel and a bird. The squirrel is convinced that someone is stealing his leaf and the bird is trying to calm him down! Their funny dynamic will have you guessing and laughing all at the same time.

"This story is very funny and makes students love reading!"

Ms. Fleigner also recommends:

• Fantastic Mr. Fox, by Roald Dahl

• The Twits, by Roald Dahl

• Trouble River, by Betsy Byars

"The BFG is a funny, imaginative story that pulls you right in with silly words, exciting adventures, and unforgettable characters. It’s easy to get hooked, fun to read, and reminds you that being kind and brave can make a big difference!"

"This is a wonderful book based on tolerance and acceptance."

Ms. Richiusa also recommends:

• Out of My Mind, by Sharon M. Draper

• Out of My Heart, by Sharon M. Draper

"This book has such an incredible story about a girl who is unable to speak or communicate, which leads others to believe she is not intelligent. However, she is highly intelligent and once others give her access to communication, her life really takes off!  You'll enjoy this feel-good book and as a bonus, there's a movie based on this book on Disney+ that you could watch after reading the book.  Enjoy!"