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Vitello Gets a Yucky Girlfriend
Kim Fupz Aakeson, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling nurtures children's imagination.
Characters exemplify resilience and emotional growth.
Stimulates discussions on relationships and empathy.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Vitello Gets a Yucky Girlfriend
Kim Fupz Aakeson, 2009
Award winning
Luke Finds a Home
Angela Sreter Spencer Md, 2023
63 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of friendship and belonging.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Enhances emotional and social development.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading moments.

Luke Finds a Home
Angela Sreter Spencer Md, 2023
Award winning
I Am Perfectly Designed
Karamo Brown, Jason Brown, Jason "Rachel" Brown, Anoosha Syed, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-acceptance and familial love.
Boosts self-confidence through positive affirmations.
Colorful illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

I Am Perfectly Designed
Karamo Brown, Jason Brown, Jason "Rachel" Brown, Anoosha Syed, 2019
Award winning
You Go, Girl!
Scholastic, Scholastic Inc., 2020
97 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls with strong, inspirational female characters.
Engages young readers in gender equality discussions.
Boosts confidence through positive messages and role models.
Colorful illustrations enhance the engaging narrative.

You Go, Girl!
Scholastic, Scholastic Inc., 2020
Award winning
Why a Daughter Needs a Mom: Celebrate Your Special Mother Daughter Bond this Christmas with this Heartwarming Picture Book
Gregory Lang, Susannah Leonard Hill, Gail Yerrill, Susanna Leonard Hill, Gregory E. Lang, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the unique mother-daughter relationship.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Heartwarming read ideal for holiday bonding.
Beautiful illustrations enhance the touching narrative.

Why a Daughter Needs a Mom: Celebrate Your Special Mother Daughter Bond this Christmas with this Heartwarming Picture Book
Gregory Lang, Susannah Leonard Hill, Gail Yerrill, Susanna Leonard Hill, Gregory E. Lang, 2021
Award winning
The Year of the Baby: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Patrice Barton, 2013
176 pages
Why to read
Captures multicultural family dynamics effectively.
Enhances empathy through diverse character perspectives.
Encourages understanding of adoption and acceptance.
Supports language growth with simple, impactful language.

The Year of the Baby: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Patrice Barton, 2013
Judy Moody Was in a Mood
Megan McDonald, Peter H. Reynolds, 2000
160 pages
Why to read
Captures third-grader's quirky moods and adventures.
Encourages resilience and self-expression in kids.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Perfect blend of humor and life lessons.

Judy Moody Was in a Mood
Megan McDonald, Peter H. Reynolds, 2000
A Dog Can Make A Difference
Randy Schaffer, 2023
44 pages
Why to read
Highlights the value of companionship and empathy.
Encourages understanding of responsibility and care.
Supports developmental growth through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
