Books like Freckleface Strawberry
Award winning
My Mom Is a Foreigner, But Not to Me
Julianne Moore, Meilo So, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and inclusivity.
Strengthens understanding of different cultural backgrounds.
Encourages empathy and global awareness.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
My Mom Is a Foreigner, But Not to Me
Julianne Moore, Meilo So, 2013
Award winning
The Jellybeans and the Big Book Bonanza
Laura Joffe Numeroff, Nate Evans, Laura Numeroff, Lynn Munsinger, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and teamwork among diverse characters.
Encourages love for reading and library exploration.
Supports social skills and friendship development.
Engaging and colorful illustrations enhance understanding.
The Jellybeans and the Big Book Bonanza
Laura Joffe Numeroff, Nate Evans, Laura Numeroff, Lynn Munsinger, 2010
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
Junie B. Jones Series
Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus, 2015
90 pages
Why to read
Captures childhood adventures through Junie B.’s eyes.
Enhances vocabulary and expression in early readers.
Addresses real-life scenarios with humor and wisdom.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Junie B. Jones Series
Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus, 2015
Award winning
Benny Beats His Shyness: Kids and Parents Overcoming Social Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, Vidya Lalgudi Jaishankar, 2021
50 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming social anxiety with relatable situations.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports emotional development and self-confidence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.
Benny Beats His Shyness: Kids and Parents Overcoming Social Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, Vidya Lalgudi Jaishankar, 2021
Award winning
Brontorina
James Howe, Randy Cecil, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusion and following dreams.
Teaches resilience and self-acceptance.
Inspires imagination through endearing dinosaur protagonist.
Ideal for promoting empathy and understanding diversity.
Brontorina
James Howe, Randy Cecil, 2010
Award winning
Princess Cupcake Jones Won't Go to School
Ylleya Fields, Michael LaDuca, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses school reluctance creatively and engagingly.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Strengthens parent-child reading bond.
Visually stimulating illustrations complement the text.
Princess Cupcake Jones Won't Go to School
Ylleya Fields, Michael LaDuca, 2014
Award winning
Herman Jiggle, Just Be YOU!
Abbey Campbell Cook, Julia Cook, Michael Garland, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-acceptance and individuality in children.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading time.
