Top-rated books by Bakari Sellers
Who Are Your People?
Age: 4-8
Books like Bakari Sellers’s
Award winning
The Tale of Mallory Mouse: From Foster Care to Adoption
Laura Khoury, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights themes of love, acceptance, and family bonds.
Empowers children facing life transitions and new environments.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards diverse life experiences.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
The Tale of Mallory Mouse: From Foster Care to Adoption
Laura Khoury, 2023
Award winning
Well Done, Mummy Penguin
Chris Haughton, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates determination and resilience through charming storyline.
Enhances empathy through engaging, relatable penguin characters.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.
Vibrant illustrations stimulate visual perception and creativity.
Well Done, Mummy Penguin
Chris Haughton, 2023
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
Award winning
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
352 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of LGBTQ+ community.
Develops empathy through engaging storytelling.
Inspires adventure and family bonding.
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Award winning
Second Dad Summer
Benjamin Klas, 2020
228 pages
Why to read
Explores family dynamics, acceptance, and emotional resilience.
Supports understanding of diverse family structures.
Encourages empathy, inclusion, and open communication.
Engaging narrative that fosters emotional growth.
Second Dad Summer
Benjamin Klas, 2020
Award winning
Champ and Major: First Dogs
Joy Mccullough, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates loyalty and friendship in a relatable setting.
Inspires interest in public figures through personal stories.
Enhances understanding of civic responsibility and leadership.
Offers engaging dialogue and vivid illustrations.
Champ and Major: First Dogs
Joy Mccullough, 2021
Award winning
Keep Your Head Up
Aliya King Neil, Charly Palmer, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Boosts resilience through colorful, engaging storytelling.
Encourages positive thinking and perseverance in kids.
Interactive and captivating narrative sparks creativity.
Reassuring tone, ideal for building self-confidence.
