Top-rated books by Julie Paschkis
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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
Well Done, Mummy Penguin
Chris Haughton, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates determination and resilience through charming storyline.
Enhances empathy through engaging, relatable penguin characters.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.
Vibrant illustrations stimulate visual perception and creativity.

Well Done, Mummy Penguin
Chris Haughton, 2023
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.

Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Award winning
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
352 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of LGBTQ+ community.
Develops empathy through engaging storytelling.
Inspires adventure and family bonding.

Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.

Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
Award winning
Our Celebración!
Susan Middleton Elya, Ana Aranda, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and enhance visual learning.
Introduces cultural diversity through festive storytelling.
Rhyming text supports phonetic awareness and literacy.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading sessions.

Our Celebración!
Susan Middleton Elya, Ana Aranda, 2023
Award winning
Why Me, Mama?: A children's book about the disability experience
Katherine Lockwood, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores disability through a child's perspective.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diversity.
Enhances awareness about acceptance and inclusion.
Supports emotional and social development in children.

Why Me, Mama?: A children's book about the disability experience
Katherine Lockwood, 2022
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.
