Books like I Am More Than My Hair: A Young Girl's Journey with Alopecia
Award winning
Benny Beats His Shyness: Kids and Parents Overcoming Social Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, Vidya Lalgudi Jaishankar, 2021
50 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming social anxiety with relatable situations.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports emotional development and self-confidence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.
Benny Beats His Shyness: Kids and Parents Overcoming Social Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, Vidya Lalgudi Jaishankar, 2021
Award winning
The Year of the Book: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Abigail Halpin, 2012
146 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and cultural identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character development.
Supports literacy and language skills enhancement.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
The Year of the Book: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Abigail Halpin, 2012
Award winning
All Are Welcome
Alexandra Penfold, Suzanne Kaufman, 2018
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity.
Encourages empathy and acceptance of differences.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Supports social and emotional development.
All Are Welcome
Alexandra Penfold, Suzanne Kaufman, 2018
Award winning
Do I Have a Daddy?: A Story About a Single-Parent Child
Jeanne Warren Lindsay, Jami Moffett, 1991
48 pages
Why to read
Addresses single-parent family dynamics with sensitivity.
Empowers children to embrace diverse family structures.
Encourages discussions on family, love, and belonging.
Illustrations complement the comforting narrative.
Do I Have a Daddy?: A Story About a Single-Parent Child
Jeanne Warren Lindsay, Jami Moffett, 1991
Award winning
Come and Join Us!
Liz Kleinrock, Chaaya Prabhat, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusivity and diversity among young readers.
Enhances social skills through relatable, diverse character interactions.
Stimulates empathy and understanding in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young minds.
Come and Join Us!
Liz Kleinrock, Chaaya Prabhat, 2023
Award winning
Pride
Lucy Daniels, 2003
176 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of acceptance and self-worth.
Stimulates empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family discussions.
Pride
Lucy Daniels, 2003
Award winning
Everybody, Always for Kids
Bob Goff, Lindsey Goff Viducich, Diane Le Feyer, 2021
208 pages
Why to read
Teaches kindness through captivating, relatable stories.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading with family.
Everybody, Always for Kids
Bob Goff, Lindsey Goff Viducich, Diane Le Feyer, 2021
Award winning
Stella Brings the Family
Miriam B. Schiffer, Holly Clifton-Brown, 2015
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures inclusively and warmly.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of different family dynamics.
Enhances empathy and broadens perspectives through relatable storytelling.
Ideal for discussions on love and acceptance in families.
