Books like A Song in Bethlehem
Award winning
The Healing Tree: A Modern, Christmas Parable
Amanda Ashworth, Este Hupp, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Modern Christmas tale teaches empathy and compassion.
Highlights the importance of community and support.
Encourages understanding and kindness during festive season.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and inspire young readers.
The Healing Tree: A Modern, Christmas Parable
Amanda Ashworth, Este Hupp, 2023
Award winning
Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness in young children.
Empowers children to express and understand feelings.
Illustrations captivate and convey emotional context.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over sensitive topics.
Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
Award winning
Belonging Street
Mandy Coe, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through engaging, poetic narratives.
Encourages empathy and understanding amongst young readers.
Vivid illustrations complement the rich, expressive text.
Inspires appreciation for community and togetherness.
Belonging Street
Mandy Coe, 2020
Id-Ul-Fitr (World of Holidays)
Rosalind Koven, Rosalind Kerven, 1997
31 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant Id-Ul-Fitr celebrations and traditions.
Enhances understanding of cultural diversity and respect.
Supports social and emotional development through storytelling.
Encourages family bonding and shared learning experiences.
Id-Ul-Fitr (World of Holidays)
Rosalind Koven, Rosalind Kerven, 1997
Award winning
Surprise Party
Sharon Gordon, Susan Hall, 1989
30 pages
Why to read
Fosters social skills through interactive, engaging narrative.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse characters and perspectives.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for cooperative read-along sessions between parents and children.
Surprise Party
Sharon Gordon, Susan Hall, 1989
Award winning
Children Touching Heaven: A Poetic Book of Prayers
Lataunya Smith, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Enhances spiritual growth through poetic prayers.
Encourages emotional connection and inner peace.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Children Touching Heaven: A Poetic Book of Prayers
Lataunya Smith, 2021
The Day Before Christmas
John Calvin Smith, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the excitement of Christmas Eve preparations.
Encourages empathy through relatable character experiences.
Enhances understanding of holiday traditions and values.
Supports language development with engaging narrative style.
The Day Before Christmas
John Calvin Smith, 1998
Once Upon a Christmas Time
Various, 1999
128 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic of Christmas through a child's eyes.
Features festive, engaging, and relatable holiday adventures.
Encourages empathy and sharing—the spirit of the season.
Supports language skills with rhythmic and rhyming text.
