Van Allsburg, C. (1981). Jumanji. New York: Houghton Mifflin. Ages 5-8. Fiction.

Two children find themselves pulled into the the board game they are playing. To end the game and the chaos, they must roll a 12. A delightful story, beautifully illustrated in black and white by Van Allsburg. This books can also be used as a lead into the concept of probability.

Caldecott Winner
Audio version read by Robin Williams available
DVD/Sony

Young, E. (1996). Lon Po Po: A Red-Riding Hood story from China. New York: Penquin Group. Grades 1-5. Fiction.

Based on the story of Little Red Riding Hood, this version is sure to please your students as they compare and contrast stories. Beautifully illustrated with rich colors and panels, that will stimulate conversation. After reading this, your class will want to compose their own class version of this well known tale.

Steptoe, J. (1987). Mufaro's beautiful daughters: An African tale. New York: Lee & Shepard. (Illus. by John Steptoe). Grades pre-school - 3. Traditional Literature.

An African version of the Cinderella tale, complete with a King seeking a wife, self-centered sisters, and a snake. This book is another addition to your Cinderella library and is sure to inspire comparisons of other Cinderella stories.

Caldecott Honor Book Coretta Scott King Award

Say, A. (1993). Grandfather's journey. New York: Houghton Mifflin. Illustrated by Allen Say. Picture book. Contemporary realistic fiction.

Realistic fiction. Ages 4-8. The reader shares in the travels of a young man replicating his family history. Torn between two lands, Japan and America, both grandfather and grandson share a longing for home, but are confused about its meaning. Beautiful illustrations make the reader feel part of the journey.
1994 Caldecott Award

Willems, M. (2004). Knuffle bunny. New York: Hyperion. Picture book/fiction. Pre-school- grade 1. Losing her bunny at the laundry mat inspires Trixie to say her first word. Photographs overlaid with cartoons illustrations make this a delightful book for the younger reader.
2005 Caldecott Honor Book
2007 Carnegie Medal/Children’s Video.