Books like From Granny to Evie
Award winning
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches children about history and resilience through storytelling.
Inspires empathy and understanding through real-life tales.
Beautiful photographs enhance the engaging narrative.
Encourages family discussions about heritage and memory.
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, 2022
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
Bedtime Stories: Beautiful Black Tales from the Past
Wendy Shearer, Candice Brathwaite, Ashley Hickson-Lovence, Ify Adenuga, Ryan Crawford, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Celebrates rich Black heritage through engaging stories.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading time.
Supports early literacy and language skills development.
Bedtime Stories: Beautiful Black Tales from the Past
Wendy Shearer, Candice Brathwaite, Ashley Hickson-Lovence, Ify Adenuga, Ryan Crawford, 2021
Diwali: Celebrations & Festivals
Sital Gorasia Chapman, 2024
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of Diwali traditions and customs.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Ideal for family reading and shared learning experiences.
Diwali: Celebrations & Festivals
Sital Gorasia Chapman, 2024
Award winning
Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, 2019
34 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and belonging through a heartfelt storyline.
Encourages conversations about heritage and personal history.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, fostering visual and artistic appreciation.
Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, 2019
Award winning
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and family bonds.
Encourages self-expression and confidence through relatable storytelling.
Illustrations enhance comprehension and engagement.
Supports emotional development and inclusivity.
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
Award winning
An American Story
Kwame Alexander, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Captures essential American historical moments.
Fosters pride and understanding of national identity.
Encourages curiosity about historical events.
Stimulates discussions on cultural heritage.
An American Story
Kwame Alexander, 2023
Award winning
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through language and family ties.
Enhances multilingual development in early childhood learning.
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social growth.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.
