Books like Just Like Mama
Award winning
Sparkle Boy
Lesléa Newman, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses gender identity with sensitivity and depth.
Encourages acceptance and understanding of individual differences.
Vibrant illustrations enhance the engaging narrative.
Empowers children to embrace their true selves.
Sparkle Boy
Lesléa Newman, 2017
Award winning
Remember That
Lesléa Newman, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Teaches valuable life lessons through relatable scenarios.
Encourages emotional intelligence and memory skills.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.
Remember That
Lesléa Newman, 1996
The Boy Who Cried Fabulous
Lesléa Newman, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-expression and individuality.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages vocabulary development and language skills.
Supports emotional growth and acceptance.
The Boy Who Cried Fabulous
Lesléa Newman, 2007
Award winning
Farmhouse
Sophie Blackall, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging rural setting fosters children's knowledge of farm life.
Vivid illustrations spark creativity and visual learning.
Simple language aids early reading skills.
Encourages empathy through animal and farmer interactions.
Farmhouse
Sophie Blackall, 2022
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and self-acceptance.
Stunning illustrations enhance the storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of one's heritage.
Strengthens self-esteem in young readers.
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho, 2021
Award winning
Kid Engineer: Intro to Engineering
Marc Chamberlain, 2023
47 pages
Why to read
Introduces basic engineering concepts through fun stories.
Encourages problem-solving and innovative thinking.
Inspires young minds to explore STEM fields.
Engaging and interactive content for budding engineers.
Kid Engineer: Intro to Engineering
Marc Chamberlain, 2023
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
