Books like A Hat for Mrs. Goldman: A Story About Knitting and Love
Award winning
Stinky Stern Forever: A Jackson Friends Book
Michelle Edwards, 2007
49 pages
Why to read
Addresses friendship and its complexities engagingly.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Illustrates conflict resolution and the importance of communication.
Supports emotional development through relatable narratives.
Stinky Stern Forever: A Jackson Friends Book
Michelle Edwards, 2007
Award winning
Max Makes a Cake
Michelle Edwards, Charles Santoso, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of creativity and independence.
Illustrates problem-solving in real-life scenarios.
Supports early literacy and numeracy skills.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.
Max Makes a Cake
Michelle Edwards, Charles Santoso, 2014
Award winning
Room for the Baby
Michelle Edwards, Jana Christy, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness in young characters.
Engaging story about family dynamics and adaptability.
Enhances understanding of sharing and space management.
Warm illustrations, fostering connection and empathy.
Room for the Baby
Michelle Edwards, Jana Christy, 2012
Award winning
Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, April Harrison, Junior Nyong'o, Listening Library, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of relationships and emotional resilience.
Engaging narrative fosters empathy and compassion in readers.
Explores themes of healing and cooperation effectively.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading sessions.
Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, April Harrison, Junior Nyong'o, Listening Library, 2022
Award winning
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Stimulates language skills with Spanish vocabulary integration.
Strengthens family bonds depicted through heartwarming narrative.
Enhances creative thinking with whimsical, colorful illustrations.
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
Award winning
The Thankful Pumpkin: A Thanksgiving Picture Book About Gratitude
Julia Zheng, (Troika) Maria Novoseltseva, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Celebrates gratitude and thanksgiving vividly.
Engages young readers with colorful pumpkin characters.
Encourages reflection on being thankful daily.
Ideal for shared reading during Thanksgiving season.
The Thankful Pumpkin: A Thanksgiving Picture Book About Gratitude
Julia Zheng, (Troika) Maria Novoseltseva, 2023
Award winning
I Love You, Baby Burrito
Angela Dominguez, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates affection in a culturally rich context.
Introduces children to diverse family traditions.
Encourages parent-child bonding through reading.
Enhances language development with rhythmic text.
I Love You, Baby Burrito
Angela Dominguez, 2021
Award winning
The Frank Show
David Mackintosh, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights the value of intergenerational relationships.
Encourages appreciation of family diversity and history.
Supports emotional intelligence and empathy development.
Engaging storytelling with humorous twist.
