Books like Hug Me
Award winning
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and family bonds.
Encourages resilience and embracing individuality.
Illustrates the beauty of Hijab and tradition.
Inspiring tale, ideal for developing empathy.
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
Award winning
Santa in the City
Tiffany D. Jackson, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic of Christmas in an urban setting.
Encourages belief in oneself and the spirit of giving.
Addresses diversity and inclusion through relatable storytelling.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading moments.
Santa in the City
Tiffany D. Jackson, 2021
Award winning
Rectangle Time
Pamela Paul, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages family bonding through shared reading moments.
Highlights the importance of perspective in understanding.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Engaging narrative that fosters creativity and imagination.
Rectangle Time
Pamela Paul, 2021
Award winning
Hug?
Charlene Chua, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of emotions and empathy.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Simple, repetitive text supports early reading skills.
Fosters parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Hug?
Charlene Chua, 2020
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
Award winning
My Town / Mi Pueblo
Nicholas Solis, 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.
My Town / Mi Pueblo
Nicholas Solis, 2022
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Small Places, Close to Home
Deborah Hopkinson, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores local adventures with captivating stories.
Features characters displaying resilience and creativity.
Encourages exploration and appreciation of surroundings.
Ideal for enhancing geographic and social awareness.
