Top-rated books by Laelyn Raybon
Beautifully Me
Age: 4-8
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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
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
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
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.

Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
A Kiss for Little Bear (I Can Read Level 1)
Else Holmelund Minarik, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes kindness and gratitude.
Perfect length for beginners.
Funny animal antics entertain.
Beautiful, timeless illustrations.

A Kiss for Little Bear (I Can Read Level 1)
Else Holmelund Minarik, 2025
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
Juana & Lucas: Muchos Changes
Juana Medina, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative explores adapting to new life situations.
Showcases resilience and personal growth in young Juana.
Cultural insights enrich understanding and inclusivity.
Enhances language skills with Spanish vocabulary integration.

Juana & Lucas: Muchos Changes
Juana Medina, 2023
Award winning
Hey You!
Dapo Adeola, Alyissa Johnson, Sharee Miller, Reggie Brown, Onyinye Iwu, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Diane Ewen, Chante Timothy, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers and uplifts with diverse, positive representation.
Engages young minds with vibrant, expressive illustrations.
Encourages self-identity and confidence in children.
Interactive narrative fosters parent-child bonding.
