Books like Places in my community: Communities in My World
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Goodnight Racism
Ibram X. Kendi, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters understanding and awareness of racial equality.
Encourages thoughtful discussions about diversity and inclusion.
Supports empathetic character development in young readers.
Empowers through positive, hopeful messaging.
Goodnight Racism
Ibram X. Kendi, 2022
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.
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
Amira's Picture Day
Reem Faruqi, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures excitement and anxiety of missing special occasions.
Highlights cultural diversity through Eid celebration.
Stimulates empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages family bonding through shared experiences.
Amira's Picture Day
Reem Faruqi, 2021
Award winning
All Are Neighbors
Alexandra Penfold, 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.
All Are Neighbors
Alexandra Penfold, 2022
Safe Rafe: Teaching Children Safety Rules in Rhyme
Uzi Peleg, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging rhymes simplify essential safety rules for children.
Colorful illustrations captivate and hold young readers' attention.
Encourages dialogues on safety between parents and children.
Fosters memory retention and situational awareness in kids.
Safe Rafe: Teaching Children Safety Rules in Rhyme
Uzi Peleg, 2020
Read with Oxford: Stage 3: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: My Phonics Activity Book
Julia Donaldson, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Designed for early readers to boost phonics skills.
Interactive activities enhance engagement and learning.
Authored by best-selling writer Julia Donaldson.
Read with Oxford: Stage 3: Julia Donaldson's Songbirds: My Phonics Activity Book
Julia Donaldson, 2018
Award winning
My Two Border Towns
David Bowles, Erika Meza, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly portrays bicultural experiences and family bonds.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse communities.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complement the heartfelt narrative.
Supports bilingual language development and cultural appreciation.
