Sure. 'Sarah, Plain and Tall' is a good one. It's set in a rural area which could be considered over the mountain in a sense. It tells a heartwarming story of a family's life and how a new person, Sarah, comes into their lives. It has simple yet engaging language for young readers.
There's also 'Because of Winn - Dixie'. While not strictly about over the mountain, it has a small - town setting which could be over the mountain. It's about a girl and her dog, Winn - Dixie, and how they form relationships in the community. It's a great read for young readers as it shows how kindness and friendship can change lives.
For young readers, 'The Magic Tree House' series can be considered. Jack and Annie's time - traveling adventures are exciting and educational. 'Mercy Watson' series is also very cute. Mercy, the pig, gets into all sorts of fun situations in her small town. Another one is 'Henry Huggins'. Henry's everyday life, his pet Ribsy, and his neighborhood friends create a warm and funny story for kids.
For young readers, 'Number the Stars' by Lois Lowry is a great WW2 realistic fiction book. It tells the story of a young girl in Denmark during the Nazi occupation and how she helps her Jewish friend. Another is 'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank, which is a very real and poignant account of a girl's life in hiding. 'Snow Treasure' by Marie McSwigan is also good. It's about Norwegian children who smuggle their country's gold past the Nazis.
Definitely. 'Grandfather's Journey' is a Caldecott - honored book in realistic fiction. It tells the story of a man's journey from Japan to the United States and back, exploring his love for both countries. The illustrations are detailed and give a real sense of the places and the emotions involved in the story.
'The Basket Counts' is a good choice. It's about a girl who tries to make the boys' basketball team. It shows her determination and the obstacles she has to overcome in a realistic way that young readers can relate to.
Young adult realistic fiction books can have a profound impact on young readers. They can make them feel less alone. For example, if a teen is going through a difficult family situation, reading about a character in a similar situation in a book can be comforting. It can also expand their understanding of different cultures and lifestyles. By reading about characters from diverse backgrounds, they learn about the world outside their own small bubble.
One great 'over the mountain' book in realistic fiction could be 'My Side of the Mountain' by Jean Craighead George. It tells a story of a boy who decides to live in the mountains on his own, facing various challenges and learning about nature and self - reliance.
They can make readers feel less alone. For example, in books like 'Speak', a teen dealing with sexual assault can find solace in knowing others have gone through similar things. It can also expand their worldviews. In 'The Fault in Our Stars', readers get a different perspective on living with a terminal illness.
Sure. 'The Very Busy Spider' by Eric Carle is great for young kids. It has simple text and beautiful illustrations that show a spider going about its day spinning a web. It helps teach young children about the life cycle of a spider in a fun and engaging way.
There's also 'The Secret Submarine' which is full of mystery and adventure suitable for young minds. It tells the story of a group of kids who discover a hidden submarine and all the cool things that happen as a result.
Sure. 'Jungle Book' by Rudyard Kipling is a classic. It has stories set in the jungle (similar to a rainforest) with memorable characters like Mowgli. It's full of adventure and lessons about friendship and survival.