Books like Pride
Award winning
Animal Ark 36: Rabbits on the Run
Lucy Daniels, 1998
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline captivates and holds children's interest.
Introduces empathy through relatable animal characters.
Encourages understanding of responsibility and friendship.
Ideal for improving young readers' literacy skills.

Animal Ark 36: Rabbits on the Run
Lucy Daniels, 1998
Oscar's Best Friends (Little Dolphin #5)
Lucy Daniels, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging marine adventure captivates young readers.
Fosters empathy through charming animal characters.
Encourages teamwork, friendship values in children.
Supports early developmental reading skills.

Oscar's Best Friends (Little Dolphin #5)
Lucy Daniels, 2004
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
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
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
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
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 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, 2023
Award winning
Who Are Your People?
Bakari Sellers, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of community and belonging.
Encourages understanding of diverse backgrounds.
Supports emotional and social development.
Illustrated, engaging narrative for young readers.
