Books like Going West (My First Little House)
Award winning
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates multicultural relationships and diverse family experiences.
Illustrates respect, love, and intergenerational bonds.
Enhances understanding of cultural differences.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
Award winning
What Is Given from the Heart
Patricia C. Mckissack, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and community kindness.
Encourages gratitude and generosity in children.
Illustrates the joy of giving selflessly.
Rich, heartwarming narrative with beautiful illustrations.
What Is Given from the Heart
Patricia C. Mckissack, 2019
Award winning
The Longest Strongest Thread
Inbal Leitner, 2020
29 pages
Why to read
Illustrates deep family connections across distances.
Enhances understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Encourages emotional resilience and adaptability.
Stimulates discussions on family and love.
The Longest Strongest Thread
Inbal Leitner, 2020
Award winning
Carla and the Christmas Cornbread
Carla Hall, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Captures festive spirit through engaging, heartwarming storyline.
Highlights importance of family, tradition, and generosity.
Encourages culinary curiosity and creativity among children.
Beautifully illustrated, supports visual literacy development.
Carla and the Christmas Cornbread
Carla Hall, 2021
Award winning
Alex's Good Fortune
Benson Shum, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Encourages understanding of different traditions and values.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Ideal for family reading and bonding time.
Alex's Good Fortune
Benson Shum, 2020
Award winning
10 Gulab Jamuns: Counting With an Indian Sweet Treat
Sandhya Acharya, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Delightful journey through Indian culture via sweets.
Teaches counting skills with delicious gulab jamuns.
Engages kids in multicultural learning and enjoyment.
Supports math skills development through story-telling.
10 Gulab Jamuns: Counting With an Indian Sweet Treat
Sandhya Acharya, 2022
Award winning
Twinkle and the Fairy Cake Mess: Ready-to-Read Level 2
Katharine Holabird, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity and imaginative thinking.
Strengthens reading skills with level-appropriate language.
Encourages problem solving through engaging storyline.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Twinkle and the Fairy Cake Mess: Ready-to-Read Level 2
Katharine Holabird, 2020
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
