Top-rated books by Craig Pomranz
Made By Raffi
Age: 6-9
Books like Craig Pomranz’s
Award winning
Chirchir Is Singing
Kelly Cunnane, Jude Daly, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates daily life and chores in Kenyan village.
Introduces children to diverse cultures and global awareness.
Enhances empathy and understanding through engaging storytelling.
Vibrant illustrations complement the rhythmic, poetic text.
Chirchir Is Singing
Kelly Cunnane, Jude Daly, 2011
Award winning
Sing, Don't Cry
Angela Dominguez, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates resilience through song, uplifting and motivational.
Multigenerational tale strengthens family bonds, encourages discussions.
Introduces diverse cultures and histories, broadening horizons.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations captivate and stimulate young readers.
Sing, Don't Cry
Angela Dominguez, 2017
Award winning
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Oge Mora, Little, Brown Young Readers, Tracey Leigh, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience and adaptability in everyday challenges.
Celebrates the joys of family and togetherness.
Illustrations captivate and enhance storytelling.
Encourages appreciation for making the best of situations.
Saturday
Oge Mora, Little, Brown Young Readers, Tracey Leigh, 2019
Award winning
Freedom in Congo Square
Carole Boston Weatherford, R. Gregory Christie, 2016
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates resilience through rhythmic, lyrical storytelling.
Highlights historical significance of Congo Square.
Encourages cultural awareness and appreciation.
Supports development of empathy and social understanding.
Freedom in Congo Square
Carole Boston Weatherford, R. Gregory Christie, 2016
Award winning
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Stimulates language skills with Spanish vocabulary integration.
Strengthens family bonds depicted through heartwarming narrative.
Enhances creative thinking with whimsical, colorful illustrations.
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
Lovely Day: A Picture Book
Bill Withers, Skip Scarborough, Olivia Duchess, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Encourages positive thinking and optimism in children.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.
Lovely Day: A Picture Book
Bill Withers, Skip Scarborough, Olivia Duchess, 2023
Award winning
Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma
Joanna Ho, Teresa Martínez, HarperAudio, Kevin Shen, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires through Yo-Yo Ma’s musical journey.
Highlights cultural diversity and global understanding.
Encourages musical interest and artistic expression.
Supports resilience and pursuing passions.
Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma
Joanna Ho, Teresa Martínez, HarperAudio, Kevin Shen, 2021
Award winning
The Sound of Kwanzaa
Dimitrea Tokunbo, Lisa Cohen, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Kwanzaa's cultural heritage and traditions.
Vibrant illustrations enhance the festive spirit.
Introduces key values: unity, creativity, and faith.
Supports cultural understanding and diversity awareness.
