Books like Have You Eaten?
Award winning
Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness in young children.
Empowers children to express and understand feelings.
Illustrations captivate and convey emotional context.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over sensitive topics.
Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
Award winning
My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant exploration of emotions through color and metaphor.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-expression in children.
Supports development of language skills and creativity.
Ideal read-aloud for engaging family reading time.
My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
Thank You, Mom and Dad
Ruth Anderson Lawler, Ramie Quintana, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family bonds and parental love.
Enhances gratitude and emotional expression in children.
Simple language, accessible to early readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate young audiences.
Thank You, Mom and Dad
Ruth Anderson Lawler, Ramie Quintana, 2015
Award winning
Old Friends
Margaret Aitken, Lenny Wen, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of lasting friendships. - Enhances understanding of loyalty and trust. - Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in children. - Captivating illustrations enrich the storytelling experience.
Old Friends
Margaret Aitken, Lenny Wen, 2022
Award winning
Black Girls
Dominique Furukawa, Erika Lynne Jones, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and empowerment of black girls.
Encourages self-love and confidence in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations enhance storytelling and engagement.
Supports emotional development and understanding.
Black Girls
Dominique Furukawa, Erika Lynne Jones, 2023
Award winning
Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, Kaylani Juanita, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-love through lyrical prose.
Enhances appreciation of varying shades of brown.
Stimulates emotional and cognitive development.
Encourages discussions on identity and belonging.
Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, Kaylani Juanita, 2020
Award winning
The Fiesta Dress: A Quinceanera Tale
Caren McNelly McCormack, Martha Avilés, 2009
42 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural traditions through a vibrant narrative.
Encourages family values and communal celebrations.
Enhances understanding of Latino heritage.
Supports social development and emotional maturity.
The Fiesta Dress: A Quinceanera Tale
Caren McNelly McCormack, Martha Avilés, 2009
Award winning
My Town / Mi Pueblo
Nicholas Solis, Luisa Uribe, Listening Library, Ana Isabel Dow, Oscar Emmanuel Fabela, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Bilingual storytelling enhances language development.
Culturally diverse settings broaden children's worldviews.
Engaging illustrations capture attention, foster imagination.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
