Books like I See You: A Story for Kids About Homelessness and Being Unhoused
Award winning
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, John Parra, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through language and family ties.
Enhances multilingual development in early childhood learning.
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social growth.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.

Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, John Parra, 2023
Award winning
Dick and Jane: Go and See
William S. Gray, Larry Ruppert, 2004
14 pages
Why to read
Simple, repetitive text aids early reading development.
Engages young readers with familiar everyday adventures.
Stimulates language skills through clear, concise storytelling.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading sessions.

Dick and Jane: Go and See
William S. Gray, Larry Ruppert, 2004
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
Counting Breaths with the Count: A Book about Mindfulness
Katherine Lewis, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Teaches mindfulness through engaging storytelling.
Helps children develop focus and self-awareness.
Encourages emotional regulation and calmness.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Counting Breaths with the Count: A Book about Mindfulness
Katherine Lewis, 2023
Award winning
The Kids' Book of Friends: How to Make Friends and Be a Friend
Catherine Stephenson, Hiruni Kariyawasam, Jenny Stephenson, 2022
43 pages
Why to read
Enhances social skills through engaging friendship stories.
Offers practical advice on building lasting relationships.
Empowers kids to be confident, caring friends.
Stimulates empathy and emotional intelligence development.

The Kids' Book of Friends: How to Make Friends and Be a Friend
Catherine Stephenson, Hiruni Kariyawasam, Jenny Stephenson, 2022
Brave as a Lion: A fun way to explore feelings with 2-5-year-olds through play
Mama Makes Books, Teresa Bellon, 2024
10 pages
Why to read
Enhances emotional intelligence through playful scenarios.
Stimulates early development with engaging storytelling.
Fosters empathy and bravery in young readers.
Interactive elements make reading time enjoyable and educational.

Brave as a Lion: A fun way to explore feelings with 2-5-year-olds through play
Mama Makes Books, Teresa Bellon, 2024
Award winning
Freckleface Strawberry
Julianne Moore, Leuyen Pham, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights importance of embracing individuality and uniqueness.
Encourages self-acceptance and confidence in young readers.
Engaging narrative fosters empathy and understanding.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual imagination.

Freckleface Strawberry
Julianne Moore, Leuyen Pham, 2016
Award winning
CEREBRAIN'S CALM DOWN SPACE: Emotional Intelligence for kids, parents and educators
Carolina Molina O., 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances emotional intelligence in kids, parents, and educators.
Provides effective strategies for managing emotions.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.
Encourages meaningful conversations about feelings.
