Top-rated books by Sharon Holt
Did My Mother Do That?
Age: 3-7
Books like Sharon Holt’s
Award winning
A Cote of Many Colors
Janette Oke, 1987
64 pages
Why to read
Vibrant story celebrating diversity and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging narrative fosters a love for reading.
A Cote of Many Colors
Janette Oke, 1987
Award winning
Bintou's Braids
Sylvianne Diouf, Shane Evans, 2001
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and personal identity.
Enhances understanding of family and community roles.
Supports self-esteem and acceptance through personal growth.
Provides vibrant visuals and engaging storytelling.
Bintou's Braids
Sylvianne Diouf, Shane Evans, 2001
Award winning
Grandma Comes to Stay
Ifeoma Onyefulu, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases cultural heritage through vivid storytelling.
Strengthens family values and relationships.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Supports developmental growth in young readers.
Grandma Comes to Stay
Ifeoma Onyefulu, 2010
Award winning
The Fiesta Dress: A Quinceanera Tale
Caren McNelly McCormack, Martha Avilés, 2009
42 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural traditions through a vibrant narrative.
Encourages family values and communal celebrations.
Enhances understanding of Latino heritage.
Supports social development and emotional maturity.
The Fiesta Dress: A Quinceanera Tale
Caren McNelly McCormack, Martha Avilés, 2009
Award winning
The Three Bears
Yuri Salzman, 1987
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters embody diversity, fostering inclusivity.
Enhances problem-solving through plot-driven challenges.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Three Bears
Yuri Salzman, 1987
Award winning
A Dupatta Is...
Marzieh Abbas, Anu Chouhan, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and understanding.
Stimulates children's imagination and curiosity.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages appreciation for different cultural heritages.
A Dupatta Is...
Marzieh Abbas, Anu Chouhan, 2023
Award winning
A First Book of Knitting for Children
Bonnie Gosse, Jill Allerton, 2004
72 pages
Why to read
Develops fine motor skills through engaging knitting activities.
Enhances concentration and patience in young learners.
Fosters creativity and self-expression through textile crafts.
Builds confidence with easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions.
A First Book of Knitting for Children
Bonnie Gosse, Jill Allerton, 2004
Award winning
Tea Cakes for Tosh
Kelly Starling Lyons, E.B. Lewis, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family connections and culinary heritage.
Enhances understanding of family traditions and history.
Stimulates early reading through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and cultural appreciation.
