Books like Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
Award winning
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
352 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of LGBTQ+ community.
Develops empathy through engaging storytelling.
Inspires adventure and family bonding.

Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.

Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Award winning
Magnolia Flower
Zora Neale Hurston, Ibram X. Kendi, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant storytelling enchants and captivates young minds.
Illustrates resilience and courage through engaging narratives.
Fosters emotional growth and understanding in children.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading sessions.

Magnolia Flower
Zora Neale Hurston, Ibram X. Kendi, 2022
Award winning
Mango, Abuela, and Me
Angela Dominguez, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Bridges generational and cultural gaps effectively.
Enhances bilingual language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding.

Mango, Abuela, and Me
Angela Dominguez, 2022
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.

Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.

Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Award winning
I Am Perfectly Designed
Karamo Brown, Jason Brown, Jason "Rachel" Brown, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-acceptance and familial love.
Boosts self-confidence through positive affirmations.
Colorful illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.
