Books like North of Everything
Award winning
Give and Take
Chris Raschka, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages values of sharing and generosity.
Engages children with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Give and Take
Chris Raschka, 2014
Award winning
Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, Ken Daley, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and empowerment for young Black boys.
Nurtures self-identity and self-worth in children.
Inspires resilience and ambition through relatable storytelling.
Supports developmental growth in empathy and emotional intelligence.

Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, Ken Daley, 2022
I Am Who I Am
Naadei Neequaye-Oyelade, 2016
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-acceptance and individuality in children.
Bright, captivating illustrations enhance engagement.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

I Am Who I Am
Naadei Neequaye-Oyelade, 2016
Award winning
Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, Jaime Kim, 2019
34 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and belonging through a heartfelt storyline.
Encourages conversations about heritage and personal history.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, fostering visual and artistic appreciation.

Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, Jaime Kim, 2019
Champs of Devgarh
Aditya Sharma, 2014
216 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure in sports and friendship.
Teaches teamwork, resilience, and perseverance.
Captures vibrant Indian cultural context.
Ideal for young sports enthusiasts.

Champs of Devgarh
Aditya Sharma, 2014
Tune at High Noon
Pat Hatt, J J, 2013
38 pages
Why to read
Engaging Western-themed musical adventure.
Inspires creativity through melodious storytelling.
Strengthens comprehension and sequential reasoning.
Ideal for family reading, enhances connection.

Tune at High Noon
Pat Hatt, J J, 2013
Hot and Cold
Helena Ramsay, Andrew Farmer, Peter Bull, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Explores temperature concepts through engaging storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about the natural world.
Enhances understanding of opposites.
Vibrant illustrations complement the educational content.

Hot and Cold
Helena Ramsay, Andrew Farmer, Peter Bull, 1998
Award winning
You're Finally Here!
Mélanie Watt, Maelanie Watt, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous story captivates children's attention.
Illustrates importance of patience and presence.
Encourages emotional understanding and empathy.
Appealing for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
