Books like Estie the Mensch (The PJ Library: Jewish Bedtime Stories & Songs for Families)
Award winning
Something on the Hill
Jane Kohuth, Sonia Sanchez, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Explores curiosity through a mysterious, engaging storyline.
Encourages exploration and inquisitiveness in young readers.
Strengthens comprehension and predictive skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Something on the Hill
Jane Kohuth, Sonia Sanchez, 2024
Award winning
Juana & Lucas
Juana Medina, 2016
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and adventure.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Highlights cultural diversity in an accessible way.
Supports language development and self-expression.
Juana & Lucas
Juana Medina, 2016
Award winning
Here Comes Lolo
Niki Daly, 2020
78 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Lolo’s adventures encourage empathy and social understanding.
Simple vocabulary supports early reading skills development.
Enhances cultural awareness through diverse characters.
Here Comes Lolo
Niki Daly, 2020
Award winning
Zen Ties
Jon J. Muth, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of kindness and compassion effectively.
Enhances emotional intelligence and social skills.
Beautiful watercolor illustrations captivate young audiences.
Encourages mindfulness and calmness in children.
Zen Ties
Jon J. Muth, 2008
Award winning
Penny and Her Marble
Kevin Henkes, 2013
48 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of personal integrity and honesty.
Supports emotional development and decision-making skills.
Illustrated, captivating visuals hold children’s interest.
Stimulates discussions about right and wrong.
Penny and Her Marble
Kevin Henkes, 2013
Award winning
Little Elliot, Big Family
Mike Curato, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Showcases themes of family, friendship, and belonging.
Gentle and heartwarming illustrations captivate young readers.
Strengthens empathy and understanding of diverse family structures.
Encourages shared reading experiences between parents and children.
Little Elliot, Big Family
Mike Curato, 2015
Award winning
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, C.G. Esperanza, Charles G. Esperanza, Sullivan Jones, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family traditions through cooking and sharing meals.
Strengthen bonds with intergenerational, culturally rich storytelling.
Enhances understanding of community and togetherness.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging, heartwarming narrative.
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, C.G. Esperanza, Charles G. Esperanza, Sullivan Jones, 2021
Award winning
Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas
Pamela Ehrenberg, Anjan Sarkar, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Fuses cultural traditions in a delightful, relatable story.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusivity.
Stimulates curiosity about different cultures through cuisine.
Encourages family bonding and cooperative problem-solving.
