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I Am Courage: A Book of Resilience
Susan Verde, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children with stories of resilience and bravery.
Illustrates overcoming challenges through courage and confidence.
Encourages personal growth and self-belief in young readers.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.

I Am Courage: A Book of Resilience
Susan Verde, 2021
Award winning
The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotions through engaging and relatable storytelling.
Enhances understanding of managing worries and fears.
Encourages empathy and emotional resilience in children.
Offers practical coping strategies within a fun narrative.

The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
Award winning
Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
Meg Medina, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship during life-changing events.
Highlights emotional resilience and adaptation.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Illustrates diverse experiences and communities.

Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
Meg Medina, 2020
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.

I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Portia's Healing Journey: A Journey to Healing and Hope
Portia Henderson, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and emotional growth in young readers.
Encourages children to confront challenges with hope.
Engaging storyline that captivates and educates.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.

Portia's Healing Journey: A Journey to Healing and Hope
Portia Henderson, 2023
Award winning
Where in the World Are You?
Marie G. Rohde, 2022
57 pages
Why to read
Explores global geography through engaging narratives.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Interactive Q&A format boosts retention and curiosity.
Perfect for parent-child bonding over reading time.

Where in the World Are You?
Marie G. Rohde, 2022
Award winning
The Choo Choo of Emotions
Mj Flockhart, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional awareness through engaging train adventures.
Illustrations captivate and maintain young readers' attention.
Encourages understanding and expression of varied emotions.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Choo Choo of Emotions
Mj Flockhart, 2023
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.
