Top-rated books by Mark Sakamoto
Shizue's Path
Age: 5-8
Books like Mark Sakamoto’s
Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches children about history and resilience through storytelling.
Inspires empathy and understanding through real-life tales.
Beautiful photographs enhance the engaging narrative.
Encourages family discussions about heritage and memory.
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, 2022
Claudette Colvin: I Want Freedom Now!
Claudette Colvin and Phillip Hoose, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with real-life civil rights bravery.
Teaches important historical events and values.
Empowers youth with stories of courage.
Engages young readers in profound social discussions.
Claudette Colvin: I Want Freedom Now!
Claudette Colvin and Phillip Hoose, 2024
Award winning
Old Friends
Margaret Aitken, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of lasting friendships. - Enhances understanding of loyalty and trust. - Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in children. - Captivating illustrations enrich the storytelling experience.
Old Friends
Margaret Aitken, 2022
Award winning
Apart, Together
Linda Booth Sweeney, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights unity and teamwork through captivating storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging illustrations complementing the heartwarming narrative.
Apart, Together
Linda Booth Sweeney, 2023
Award winning
Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
Patrice Lawrence, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captures historical journey of the Windrush generation.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Stimulates discussions on heritage and immigration.
Engaging storytelling by award-winning author Patrice Lawrence.
Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
Patrice Lawrence, 2023
Award winning
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Modern retelling enhances connection to historical spiritual song.
Stunning illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Fosters cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Encourages family discussions on faith and resilience.
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
My Two Border Towns
David Bowles, Erika Meza, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly portrays bicultural experiences and family bonds.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse communities.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complement the heartfelt narrative.
Supports bilingual language development and cultural appreciation.
