Top-rated books by Isabell Monk
Family
Age: 5-9
Books like Isabell Monk’s
Award winning
The Kids' Book of Friends: How to Make Friends and Be a Friend
Catherine Stephenson, 2022
43 pages
Why to read
Enhances social skills through engaging friendship stories.
Offers practical advice on building lasting relationships.
Empowers kids to be confident, caring friends.
Stimulates empathy and emotional intelligence development.

The Kids' Book of Friends: How to Make Friends and Be a Friend
Catherine Stephenson, 2022
Award winning
Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Explores open adoption through engaging, heartfelt narrative.
Highlights themes of love, family diversity, and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports conversations about different family structures.

Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, 2022
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
Award winning
Where Thuong Keeps Love
Thu Buu, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of family love and bonding.
Illustrates the importance of cultural heritage.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.

Where Thuong Keeps Love
Thu Buu, 2021
Award winning
Tips on Having a Gay (Ex) Boyfriend
Carrie Jones, 2007
288 pages
Why to read
Explores complex emotions with sensitivity and insight.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of diverse relationships.
Stimulates thoughtful conversations about identity and love.
Offers a heartfelt and affirming narrative.

Tips on Having a Gay (Ex) Boyfriend
Carrie Jones, 2007
Award winning
The Spaces In Between
Jaspreet Kaur, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and acceptance.
Encourages exploration of self and diverse perspectives.
Stimulates emotional and social development.
Vibrant illustrations complement captivating narrative.

The Spaces In Between
Jaspreet Kaur, 2023
Award winning
My Bonus Mom!: Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Tami Butcher, Bill Engvall, 2011
56 pages
Why to read
Nurtures understanding of blended family dynamics.
Encourages acceptance and love in family transitions.
Illustrations captivate and appeal to young readers.
Strengthens empathy and emotional intelligence.

My Bonus Mom!: Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Tami Butcher, Bill Engvall, 2011
Award winning
Family Dynamics: Rhythmic Memory
Courtney Vowell Woodward, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Enhances memory through rhythmic patterns and repetition.
Strengthens family bonds with collaborative reading activities.
Supports emotional growth and understanding family roles.
Interactive content keeps young readers engaged and learning.
