Books like Mixed Me!
Award winning
Chocolate Me!
Taye Diggs, Shane W. Evans, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-love.
Addresses issues of racism and acceptance.
Encourages confidence and pride in one's uniqueness.
Vibrant illustrations enhance storytelling.

Chocolate Me!
Taye Diggs, Shane W. Evans, 2011
Award winning
Why?: A Conversation About Race
Taye Diggs, Shane W. Evans, Macmillan Audio, Shane W. Evans - illustrator, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses race conversation with warmth and clarity.
Empowers children to ask questions confidently.
Encourages family inclusivity and open dialogue.
Supports emotional intelligence and empathy development.

Why?: A Conversation About Race
Taye Diggs, Shane W. Evans, Macmillan Audio, Shane W. Evans - illustrator, 2022
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, Khoa Le, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.

Say My Name
Joanna Ho, Khoa Le, 2023
Award winning
Me and You
Anthony Browne, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and perspective.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations capture children’s attention.
Supports emotional and social development.

Me and You
Anthony Browne, 2009
Award winning
Victoria's Day
Maria De Fatima Campos, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Colorful illustrations stimulate visual learning.
Follows daily adventures, promoting routine understanding.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Ideal for enhancing early language skills.

Victoria's Day
Maria De Fatima Campos, 2007
Award winning
Some Other War
Linda-Newbery, 2002
240 pages
Why to read
Historically rich, enhances understanding of wartime challenges.
Encourages empathy and emotional development through relatable characters.
Promotes critical thinking about moral and ethical issues.
Ideal for shared family reading, deepens historical awareness.

Some Other War
Linda-Newbery, 2002
Award winning
Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, Christian Robinson, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and big dreams among young readers.
Beautiful, poetic language enhances vocabulary.
Encourages resilience and persistence in facing challenges.
Ideal for family reading, sparking meaningful discussions.

Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, Christian Robinson, 2023
Award winning
All Are Neighbors
Alexandra Penfold, Suzanne Kaufman, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity, teaches acceptance and inclusivity.
Engaging storyline that fosters empathy and understanding.
Encourages community building and friendship among children.
Vibrant illustrations complement powerful, positive messages.
