Top-rated books by J Tillman
Just Like Me
Age: 1-12
Books like J Tillman’s
Award winning
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through language and family ties.
Enhances multilingual development in early childhood learning.
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social growth.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
Award winning
Happy Here: 10 Stories from Black British Authors & Illustrators
Joseph Coelho, Sharna Jackson, Dean Atta, 2021
256 pages
Why to read
Diverse tales from Black British voices.
Enhances cultural understanding and empathy.
Supports identity-building in young readers.
Engaging illustrations captivate and inspire.
Happy Here: 10 Stories from Black British Authors & Illustrators
Joseph Coelho, Sharna Jackson, Dean Atta, 2021
Award winning
Kinks and Curls: A Tale of Self-Love
Abbey Campbell Cook, Nardia Campbell Spence, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-acceptance.
Encourages positive self-image and confidence.
Engaging storyline with vibrant illustrations.
Ideal for enhancing parent-child discussions about individuality.
Kinks and Curls: A Tale of Self-Love
Abbey Campbell Cook, Nardia Campbell Spence, 2023
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
Maribel's Year
Michelle Sterling, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with vibrant, illustrative storytelling.
Develops empathy and understanding through diverse character experiences.
Encourages resilience and perseverance through narrative challenges.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Maribel's Year
Michelle Sterling, 2023
Award winning
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates multicultural relationships and diverse family experiences.
Illustrates respect, love, and intergenerational bonds.
Enhances understanding of cultural differences.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
Award winning
All Because You Matter
Tami Charles, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through affirming, lyrical prose.
Celebrates diversity and individual importance.
Fosters emotional intelligence and self-worth.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
All Because You Matter
Tami Charles, 2020
Award winning
More than Words
Roz Maclean, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Explores complex emotions with engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages vocabulary growth and emotional intelligence.
Supports healthy communication and expression skills.
Ideal for parent-child reading and discussion sessions.
