Books about Family Traditions
Award winning
La Noche Before Three Kings Day
Sheila Colón-Bagley, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and tradition.
Enhances understanding of Three Kings Day festivities.
Encourages family reading and bonding experiences.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

La Noche Before Three Kings Day
Sheila Colón-Bagley, 2023
Award winning
Going Down Home with Daddy
Kelly Starling Lyons, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family, heritage, and multigenerational bonds.
Enhances understanding of African American culture and history.
Empowers children through relatable, strong character representations.
Encourages family connections and storytelling traditions.

Going Down Home with Daddy
Kelly Starling Lyons, 2019
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
Award winning
Tomorrow Is New Year's Day
Aram Kim, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and New Year's traditions.
Engaging story fosters understanding of multiculturalism.
Visuals and text ideal for pre-schoolers' cognitive development.
Encourages family bonding over shared holiday experiences.

Tomorrow Is New Year's Day
Aram Kim, 2022
Award winning
The Christmas Book
Emily Kilgore, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Festive story ignites the magic of Christmas.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading times.
Boosts vocabulary with engaging holiday-themed words.
Supports understanding of cultural holiday traditions.

The Christmas Book
Emily Kilgore, 2022
Award winning
Our Favorite Day of the Year
A.E. Ali, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through engaging, heartwarming storytelling.
Encourages understanding of different cultures and traditions.
Supports social development and empathy in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonding time.

Our Favorite Day of the Year
A.E. Ali, 2020
Smurfs 2 Movie Novelization
Stacia Deutsch, J. David Stem, David Nathan Weiss, 2013
142 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances imaginative thinking.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Strengthens reading skills and comprehension.
Family-friendly content that encourages discussion.

Smurfs 2 Movie Novelization
Stacia Deutsch, J. David Stem, David Nathan Weiss, 2013
Award winning
Eight Nights of Lights: A Celebration of Hanukkah
Leslie Kimmelman, 2023
72 pages
Why to read
Captures Hanukkah traditions through engaging storytelling.
Illustrates family bonding and cultural heritage.
Encourages understanding of religious diversity.
Vibrant illustrations complement the festive mood.
