Books about Living In Poverty
Living With Asthma
Shirley Wimbish Gray, Honglee Cha, 2024
28 pages
Why to read
Educational insight into managing asthma effectively.
Instills empathy and understanding towards health challenges.
Encourages family discussions on health awareness.
Supports child’s emotional development through relatable storytelling.

Living With Asthma
Shirley Wimbish Gray, Honglee Cha, 2024
Award winning
I Am Malala Yousafzai: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, Christopher Eliopoulos, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and determination in young readers.
Educational insight on human rights and activism.
Illustrates the power of education and voice.
Empowering, real-life story for all ages.

I Am Malala Yousafzai: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, Christopher Eliopoulos, 2022
Award winning
Ketanji Brown Jackson: A Justice for All
Tami Charles, Jemma Skidmore, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Ketanji Brown Jackson's historic achievements.
Highlights perseverance, integrity, and justice themes.
Educational content about the judicial system.
Encourages civic engagement and equality discussions.

Ketanji Brown Jackson: A Justice for All
Tami Charles, Jemma Skidmore, 2023
Award winning
I See You: A Story for Kids About Homelessness and Being Unhoused
Michael Genhart, Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Enhances empathy and awareness on homelessness in children.
Illustrations captivate and engage young readers' attention.
Encourages dialogue on real-world issues in a safe environment.
Strengthens understanding and compassion through storytelling.

I See You: A Story for Kids About Homelessness and Being Unhoused
Michael Genhart, Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, 2017
Award winning
Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History
Schele Williams Williams, Tonya Engel, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers kids with knowledge of African American history.
Builds understanding and empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages discussions on equality and justice.
Supports identity building in young readers.

Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History
Schele Williams Williams, Tonya Engel, 2021
Award winning
Mahatma Gandhi: Special Issue
Gayathri Madan Dutt, 2009
64 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of courage and non-violent resistance.
Illustrates important historical events and cultural insights.
Encourages values of peace, resilience, and leadership.
Engaging narrative that fosters curiosity and discussion.

Mahatma Gandhi: Special Issue
Gayathri Madan Dutt, 2009
Award winning
Long Walk to Freedom: Illustrated Children's edition
Nelson Mandela, Chris Van Wyk, Paddy Bouma, 2009
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Nelson Mandela's courageous life story.
Illustrations engage young readers visually.
Teaches values of perseverance and justice.
Encourages discussions about history and rights.

Long Walk to Freedom: Illustrated Children's edition
Nelson Mandela, Chris Van Wyk, Paddy Bouma, 2009
Award winning
Ambitious Girl
Meena Harris, Marissa Valdez, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls to embrace ambition positively.
Inspires confidence and self-worth in young readers.
Addresses overcoming societal barriers with resilience.
Encourages leadership qualities and goal-setting.
