Category: Children’s Literature The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate is a beautifully written book that tells the story of a gorilla named Ivan who lives in a cage at a shopping mall. The book follows Ivan as he learns about friendship, love, and the importance of finding one's own path in life. The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Neil Gaiman is another fantastic children’s book that won the 2017 Newbery Medal. This book tells the story of a young girl named Luna who lives on a moon colony with her grandmother. The book follows Luna as she discovers the secrets of the moon and learns to harness its power for good. The Wild Robot by Peter Brown is an engaging children’s book that combines adventure, science, and friendship. This book tells the story of a robot named Roz who crash lands on a distant planet and must navigate her way back home while also making new friends along the way. The Secret Lake: A Children's Mystery Adventure by Trenton Lee Stewart is an exciting children’s mystery adventure that will keep young readers on the edge of their seats. This book follows two best friends as they solve a mystery involving a missing treasure and a dangerous lake. Mason Dixon: Fourth-Grade Disasters by Andrew Clements is another great children’s book that combines humor, adventure, and life lessons. This book tells the story of Mason, a fourth-grader who must navigate his way through a series of disastrous events while also learning important lessons about friendship, responsibility, and perseverance. Overall, these books are all fantastic examples of children’s literature that will engage young readers and teach them valuable life lessons. Each book is unique in its own way, but they all share common themes such as friendship, love, and the importance of finding one's own path in life.