Top-rated books by Emily Kilgore
The Christmas Book
Age: 4-8
Books like Emily Kilgore’s
Award winning
Your Name Is a Song
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2020
45 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through melodic storytelling.
Encourages respect and pride in personal names.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding.
Your Name Is a Song
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2020
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Award winning
My Two Border Towns
David Bowles, Erika Meza, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly portrays bicultural experiences and family bonds.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse communities.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complement the heartfelt narrative.
Supports bilingual language development and cultural appreciation.
My Two Border Towns
David Bowles, Erika Meza, 2021
Award winning
The Spice Box
Meera Sriram, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations enhance cultural understanding.
Promotes diversity and inclusivity through captivating stories.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages curiosity about world cultures and traditions.
The Spice Box
Meera Sriram, 2024
Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly celebrates Cuban culture through lively market scenes.
Enhances bilingual skills, introduces Spanish vocabulary.
Encourages appreciation of family bonds and traditions.
Supports cognitive and social-emotional development.
