Books like Both Sides of Time
Award winning
I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!
Caroline B. Cooney, Tim Warnes, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Rhyming text encourages language and rhythm skills development.
Illustrations enhance understanding and stimulate imagination.
Explores comforting, loving interactions, promoting emotional growth.
Ideal for bedtime, fostering calmness and bonding.
I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!
Caroline B. Cooney, Tim Warnes, 2016
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, Eric Wilkerson, 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, Eric Wilkerson, 2022
If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period
Gennifer Choldenko, 2007
216 pages
Why to read
Addresses important themes like friendship and identity.
Encourages understanding of social and personal challenges.
Suitable for middle schoolers' emotional and social development.
Engaging narrative that enhances empathetic skills.
If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period
Gennifer Choldenko, 2007
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, Kaylani Juanita, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, Kaylani Juanita, 2022
Award winning
The Year of the Fortune Cookie: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Patrice Barton, 2014
176 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural identity through engaging narrative.
Encourages emotional growth and self-discovery.
Supports understanding of diverse perspectives.
Ideal for enhancing empathy and global awareness.
The Year of the Fortune Cookie: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Patrice Barton, 2014
Award winning
Spellbook of the Lost and Found
Moïra Fowley-Doyle, Jackie Morris, Robert Macfarlane, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Mystery unfolds with each page, sparking curiosity.
Enhances critical thinking through complex, intertwining plots.
Characters demonstrate resilience and cooperation.
Themes of loss and recovery resonate emotionally.
Spellbook of the Lost and Found
Moïra Fowley-Doyle, Jackie Morris, Robert Macfarlane, 2020
Award winning
Daniel's Gift
M.C. Helldorfer, Helldorfer, 1987
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages compassion through storytelling.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy.
Captivating illustrations enhance engagement.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.
Daniel's Gift
M.C. Helldorfer, Helldorfer, 1987
Award winning
The Kids' Book of Friends: How to Make Friends and Be a Friend
Catherine Stephenson, Hiruni Kariyawasam, Jenny Stephenson, 2022
43 pages
Why to read
Enhances social skills through engaging friendship stories.
Offers practical advice on building lasting relationships.
Empowers kids to be confident, caring friends.
Stimulates empathy and emotional intelligence development.
