Top-rated books by Estela Juarez
Until Someone Listens
Age: 4-8
Books like Estela Juarez’s
Award winning
Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates enduring friendships with engaging storytelling.
Teaches empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Encourages emotional development and social skills.
Supports literacy growth with compelling, easy-to-follow text.

Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, 2022
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.

The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
Rainbow Baby
Alesha Michelle Kleist, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Sensitive portrayal of loss and healing.
Promotes resilience and emotional understanding in children.
Encourages family discussions about tough topics.
Beautiful, comforting illustrations enhance engagement.

Rainbow Baby
Alesha Michelle Kleist, 2023
Award winning
There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Sensitive handling of complex sibling grief issues.
Encourages emotional expression and healing in children.
Supports understanding of loss within a family context.
Reassuring tone, comforting for both child and parent.

There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
Award winning
Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
Patrice Lawrence, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captures historical journey of the Windrush generation.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Stimulates discussions on heritage and immigration.
Engaging storytelling by award-winning author Patrice Lawrence.

Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
Patrice Lawrence, 2023
Award winning
Too Small Tola
Atinuke, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Captures everyday challenges through Tola's resilient character.
Enhances cultural understanding and global awareness.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy and perseverance in young readers.

Too Small Tola
Atinuke, 2020
Award winning
Sometimes I Cry
Jess Townes, Daniel Miyares, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional expression through captivating storytelling.
Encourages emotional awareness and empathy in children.
Assures children that feeling sad is okay.
Supports developmental growth in understanding emotions.

Sometimes I Cry
Jess Townes, Daniel Miyares, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
