Books like Ambitious Girl
Award winning
A Is for Ambitious
Meena Harris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages ambition through engaging storytelling.
Characters exemplify perseverance and goal setting.
Enhances vocabulary and literacy skills.
Stimulates discussions on aspirations and achievements.
A Is for Ambitious
Meena Harris, 2023
Award winning
The Truth About Mrs. Claus
Meena Harris, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores magical themes, sparks curiosity and imagination.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative structure.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Ideal for family bonding during holiday reading sessions.
The Truth About Mrs. Claus
Meena Harris, 2022
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and big dreams among young readers.
Beautiful, poetic language enhances vocabulary.
Encourages resilience and persistence in facing challenges.
Ideal for family reading, sparking meaningful discussions.
Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, 2023
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
Award winning
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic
Lilly Workneh, CaShawn Thompson, Diana Odero, 2021
240 pages
Why to read
Celebrates achievements of inspirational Black women.
Empowers young girls with real-life role models.
Enhances knowledge on diverse cultural histories.
Supports development of self-esteem and ambition.
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic
Lilly Workneh, CaShawn Thompson, Diana Odero, 2021
Award winning
Hey You!
Dapo Adeola, Alyissa Johnson, Sharee Miller, Reggie Brown, Onyinye Iwu, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Diane Ewen, Chante Timothy, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers and uplifts with diverse, positive representation.
Engages young minds with vibrant, expressive illustrations.
Encourages self-identity and confidence in children.
Interactive narrative fosters parent-child bonding.
