Top-rated books by Lori Lohstoeter
Beatrice's Goat
Age: 5-8
Books like Lori Lohstoeter’s
Award winning
We Are Still Here!: Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Traci Sorell, Frane Lessac, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights Native American history and contemporary culture.
Educational content supports social studies learning.
Illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Encourages appreciation for cultural diversity.

We Are Still Here!: Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Traci Sorell, Frane Lessac, 2021
Award winning
Everybody Has a Body
Molli Jackson Ehlert, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding and appreciation of body diversity.
Supports early development of self-esteem and confidence.
Illustrations engage children, enhance visual learning.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Everybody Has a Body
Molli Jackson Ehlert, 2023
Award winning
Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Indigenous culture with vibrant storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of cultural diversity.
Supports identity and self-esteem in Indigenous children.
Engaging and educational for all young readers.

Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
Award winning
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and family bonds.
Encourages resilience and embracing individuality.
Illustrates the beauty of Hijab and tradition.
Inspiring tale, ideal for developing empathy.

The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
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.

Your Name Is a Song
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2020
Award winning
Tomatoes in My Lunchbox
Costantia Manoli, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Enhances empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional development with relatable migration theme.
Encourages family discussion on identity and belonging.

Tomatoes in My Lunchbox
Costantia Manoli, 2022
Award winning
Amira's Picture Day
Reem Faruqi, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures excitement and anxiety of missing special occasions.
Highlights cultural diversity through Eid celebration.
Stimulates empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages family bonding through shared experiences.

Amira's Picture Day
Reem Faruqi, 2021
Award winning
All Are Neighbors
Alexandra Penfold, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity, teaches acceptance and inclusivity.
Engaging storyline that fosters empathy and understanding.
Encourages community building and friendship among children.
Vibrant illustrations complement powerful, positive messages.
