Books like Chocolate Me!
Award winning
Big Feelings
Alexandra Penfold, Suzanne Kaufman, 2021
42 pages
Why to read
Navigates complex emotions with vivid, relatable storytelling.
Encourages understanding and managing big feelings effectively.
Supports emotional development with engaging scenarios.
Ideal for joint reading sessions, enhancing bond and comprehension.
Big Feelings
Alexandra Penfold, Suzanne Kaufman, 2021
Award winning
Let's Be One: God's Human Race
Joan C. Benson, Marjorie Wingert, Holly Pallett, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Promotes inclusivity and unity among children.
Supports understanding of diverse cultures and beliefs.
Encourages empathy and cooperation in young readers.
Strengthen family bonds through shared reading.
Let's Be One: God's Human Race
Joan C. Benson, Marjorie Wingert, Holly Pallett, 2023
Award winning
Our Celebración!
Susan Middleton Elya, Ana Aranda, Random House Audio, Cynthia de Pando, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and enhance visual learning.
Introduces cultural diversity through festive storytelling.
Rhyming text supports phonetic awareness and literacy.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading sessions.
Our Celebración!
Susan Middleton Elya, Ana Aranda, Random House Audio, Cynthia de Pando, 2023
Just Like Me
J Tillman, 2016
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-discovery and individuality in young minds.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging, inclusive narrative.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Just Like Me
J Tillman, 2016
Award winning
In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Folami Abiade, Carole Boston Weatherford, Dinah Johnson, Various Poets, Javaka Steptoe, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates African American fathers through engaging poetry.
Enhances understanding of diverse familial experiences.
Strengthens father-child relationships with heartwarming stories.
Supports emotional and social development for children.
In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Folami Abiade, Carole Boston Weatherford, Dinah Johnson, Various Poets, Javaka Steptoe, 1997
Award winning
Speak Up
Miranda Paul, Ebony Glenn, 2020
34 pages
Why to read
Encourages children to voice opinions confidently.
Highlights importance of communication and expression.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for engaging young readers in active discussion.
Speak Up
Miranda Paul, Ebony Glenn, 2020
Award winning
My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant exploration of emotions through color and metaphor.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-expression in children.
Supports development of language skills and creativity.
Ideal read-aloud for engaging family reading time.
My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
Award winning
The Yellow Tutu
Kirsten Bramsen, Carin Bramsen, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and self-expression through colorful storytelling.
Addresses themes of friendship, acceptance, and individuality.
Encourages resilience and confidence in young readers.
Perfect for interactive read-aloud sessions with vibrant illustrations.
