Books like Come and Join Us!
Award winning
All About Families
Felicity Brooks, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse family structures and relationships. - Encourages acceptance and understanding of differences. - Enhances social and emotional development. - Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
All About Families
Felicity Brooks, 2023
Award winning
Your Name Is a Song
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2020
45 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through melodic storytelling.
Encourages respect and pride in personal names.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding.
Your Name Is a Song
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2020
Award winning
The Love Tank
Andrea Mendoza-Vasconez, Bobbie Hinman, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Boosts emotional intelligence through engaging storytelling.
Enhances empathy with diverse, well-crafted characters.
Encourages communication skills via relatable scenarios.
Offers valuable lessons in love and relationships.
The Love Tank
Andrea Mendoza-Vasconez, Bobbie Hinman, 2023
Award winning
I Am Golden
Eva Chen, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-identity.
Boosts self-esteem and confidence in young readers.
Encourages family bonding and discussions about heritage.
Illustrations captivate and enhance the storytelling.
I Am Golden
Eva Chen, 2022
Award winning
Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History
Schele Williams Williams, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers kids with knowledge of African American history.
Builds understanding and empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages discussions on equality and justice.
Supports identity building in young readers.
Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History
Schele Williams Williams, 2021
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
Award winning
The World Needs More Purple People
Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusivity and celebrating differences.
Fosters understanding and cooperation among young readers.
Inspires conversations about diversity and kindness.
Engaging illustrations complement the impactful narrative.
The World Needs More Purple People
Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman, 2020
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.
