Top-rated books by Bakari Sellers
Who Are Your People?
Age: 4-8
Books like Bakari Sellers’s
Award winning
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity and acceptance through engaging story.
Boosts empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages self-confidence and celebrating differences.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
Award winning
We Met a Police Officer Today: A Children's Picture Book About Facing Fear for Kids Ages 4-8
Kimberly Pattison, Zeynep Dural, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood fears through engaging storytelling.
Introduces kids to community helpers like police officers.
Encourages bravery and understanding in young readers.
Ideal for group reading and classroom discussion.
We Met a Police Officer Today: A Children's Picture Book About Facing Fear for Kids Ages 4-8
Kimberly Pattison, Zeynep Dural, 2023
Lucas
Alistair Highet, Étienne Delessert, Christopher Benson, Milton J. Blumenfeld, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates children's imagination and curiosity.
Lucas' resilience teaches problem-solving and persistence.
Relatable scenarios help children navigate social situations.
Vibrant illustrations engage and hold young readers' attention.
Lucas
Alistair Highet, Étienne Delessert, Christopher Benson, Milton J. Blumenfeld, 2008
Award winning
Oh Boy, Boston! (Polk Street Special)
Patricia Reilly Giff, 1997
128 pages
Why to read
Captures vibrant essence of Boston through exciting adventures.
Encourages teamwork, friendship, and discovering new places.
Strengthens reading skills and geographical knowledge.
Engaging narrative that keeps children hooked.
Oh Boy, Boston! (Polk Street Special)
Patricia Reilly Giff, 1997
Award winning
Miami Gets It Straight (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
Patricia C. Mckissack, Fredrick McKissack, 1999
96 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with a fun, relatable storyline.
Encourages essential problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Features characters that mirror real-life diversity and challenges.
Supports language development and early literacy foundations.
Miami Gets It Straight (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
Patricia C. Mckissack, Fredrick McKissack, 1999
Award winning
The Last Day of Kindergarten
Nancy Loewen, Sachiko Yoshikawa, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the emotions of transitioning to first grade.
Encourages embracing change and new beginnings.
Highlights friendship and support among peers.
Stimulates conversations about school experiences.
The Last Day of Kindergarten
Nancy Loewen, Sachiko Yoshikawa, 2011
Award winning
Turkey's Escape Plan: A Funny Thanksgiving Bedtime Story with an Unexpected Ending
Julia Zheng, Nurul Ashari, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Humorous story sparks children's laughter and joy.
Unexpected ending encourages creative thinking.
Themes of perseverance and cunning resonate with young readers.
Ideal read for Thanksgiving family bonding.
Turkey's Escape Plan: A Funny Thanksgiving Bedtime Story with an Unexpected Ending
Julia Zheng, Nurul Ashari, 2022
Award winning
Baggage
Samuil Marshak, Sarah Suzuki, Vladimir V. Lebedev, MARSHAK/LEBEDEV, 1989
12 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through clever rhymes and engaging dialogue.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Offers laughter and joy, enhancing mood and bonding.
