Books like Fruits Are Good for You!: (Healthy Foods)
Award winning
We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates environmental stewardship and cultural heritage.
Inspires activism and community involvement.
Vibrant illustrations enhance storytelling.
Empowers young readers to protect natural resources.
We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom, 2020
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
Sherri Duskey Rinker, Sherri Rinker, 2011
30 pages
Why to read
Soothing bedtime story with engaging construction themes.
Enhances vocabulary with construction-related terms.
Encourages relaxation and wind-down routines.
Ideal for shared reading before sleep.
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
Sherri Duskey Rinker, Sherri Rinker, 2011
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 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
Nell Plants a Tree
Anne Wynter, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages environmental awareness and responsibility.
Supports understanding of nature and growth processes.
Inspires action towards sustainability and conservation.
Engaging narrative that fosters empathy and curiosity.
Nell Plants a Tree
Anne Wynter, 2023
Award winning
Love You Forever
Robert Munsch, 1986
32 pages
Why to read
Chronicles enduring bond between parent and child.
Encourages emotional understanding and familial appreciation.
Supports language development through repetitive, rhythmic phrases.
Instills values of love and nurturing across generations.
Love You Forever
Robert Munsch, 1986
Award winning
The Day You Begin
Jacqueline Woodson, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and encourages embracing uniqueness.
Enhances empathy and understanding among peers.
Inspires confidence and courage in new situations.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing children's imagination.
