Top-rated books by Taiye Selasi
Anansi and the Golden Pot
Age: 3-5
Books like Taiye Selasi’s
Award winning
Crazy Times with Uncle Ken
Ruskin Bond, 2011
176 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventures with engaging, quirky uncle.
Enhances imagination through amusing, vivid storytelling.
Fosters family bonding and shared laughter.
Encourages resilience and humor in everyday challenges.
Crazy Times with Uncle Ken
Ruskin Bond, 2011
Award winning
Mermaid Stories: Cute Fairy Tales of Adventure & Imagination for Girls Ages 3-5
Mary K. Smith, Hey Sup Bye Publishing, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Enhances imagination with captivating mermaid adventures.
Supports early developmental stages with engaging narratives.
Encourages identity formation through relatable characters.
Strengthens literacy with easy-to-follow language.
Mermaid Stories: Cute Fairy Tales of Adventure & Imagination for Girls Ages 3-5
Mary K. Smith, Hey Sup Bye Publishing, 2023
Award winning
Great Granddaughter, You are Loved!: A Rhyming Story of Generational Love
Joy Joyfully, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates bonds between generations with heartfelt rhymes.
Fosters emotional development and understanding of family love.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing children's interest and imagination.
Perfect for shared reading, enhancing parent-child connection.
Great Granddaughter, You are Loved!: A Rhyming Story of Generational Love
Joy Joyfully, 2023
Award winning
The Magical Ms. Plum
Bonny Becker, Amy Portnoy, 2009
112 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with whimsical, magical storytelling.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Stimulates problem-solving and creativity in young minds.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Magical Ms. Plum
Bonny Becker, Amy Portnoy, 2009
Award winning
If I Were President
Sandra Blunt, Hatice Bayramoglu, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
Inspires civic engagement and leadership in young readers.
Engages with essential democratic values and responsibilities.
Stimulates discussions on leadership and decision making.
Illustrated, captivating narrative perfect for family reading time.
If I Were President
Sandra Blunt, Hatice Bayramoglu, 2023
Award winning
Gran Goes to Heaven
Ona Erike, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Tackles the concept of loss with sensitivity and care.
Encourages conversations about grief between children and adults.
Illustrations that enhance understanding and engagement.
Supports emotional development and resilience in children.
Gran Goes to Heaven
Ona Erike, 2023
Award winning
Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo
Linda Sue Park, Istvan Banyai, 2007
48 pages
Why to read
Explore traditional Korean sijo poems in refreshing forms.
Enhances linguistic skills and cultural awareness.
Stimulates creative thinking and appreciation for poetry.
Vibrant illustrations complement each poem’s theme.
Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo
Linda Sue Park, Istvan Banyai, 2007
Award winning
Exploring the Wonders of Anthroposophy for Children: A Journey of Imagination and Self-Discovery
Grace Roberts, 2023
72 pages
Why to read
Enhances creativity through anthroposophical concepts.
Fosters emotional and self-awareness in children.
Captivating journey of imagination for young minds.
Encourages holistic thinking and self-discovery.
