Books like Princess Arabella Goes to School
Award winning
Hair, it’s a Family Affair!
Mylo Freeman, 2019
28 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through vibrant, engaging storytelling.
Boosts self-esteem with positive representation of hair textures.
Strengthens family bonds with relatable familial interactions.
Encourages appreciation of cultural heritage and identity.
Hair, it’s a Family Affair!
Mylo Freeman, 2019
Award winning
Mary Had a Little Glam
Tammi Sauer, Vanessa Brantley-Newton, 2016
24 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity and self-expression through fashion.
Engaging, rhythmic text enhances reading fluency.
Illustrates diversity and inclusivity.
Encourages confidence and individuality.
Mary Had a Little Glam
Tammi Sauer, Vanessa Brantley-Newton, 2016
Teddy Tales
Sally Grindley, Peter Utton, 1993
64 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventures foster imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters teach resilience and empathy through engaging stories.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills for young minds.
Ideal for bedtime stories, promotes pleasant sleep routines.
Teddy Tales
Sally Grindley, Peter Utton, 1993
Award winning
Bobbo Goes to School
Shirley Hughes, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Captures school experience through a cat's adventurous perspective.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Fosters emotional and social development skills.
Bright, engaging illustrations enhance storytelling.
Bobbo Goes to School
Shirley Hughes, 2012
Award winning
I Love You Like Yellow
Andrea Beaty, Vashti Harrison, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates vibrant emotions through colorful, poetic language.
Stimulates visual and emotional learning in young minds.
Encourages bonding through shared reading experiences.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
I Love You Like Yellow
Andrea Beaty, Vashti Harrison, 2022
Award winning
If I Built a School
Chris Van Dusen, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with innovative school design ideas.
Encourages ambition and out-of-the-box thinking.
Supports STEM education through engaging storytelling.
Colorful illustrations captivate and enhance comprehension.
If I Built a School
Chris Van Dusen, 2019
Award winning
The Naughtiest Unicorn at Christmas
Pip Bird, David O'Connell, 2019
160 pages
Why to read
Festive, engaging storyline sparks children’s imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances reading skills and emotional understanding.
Ideal for holiday shared reading moments.
The Naughtiest Unicorn at Christmas
Pip Bird, David O'Connell, 2019
Award winning
Hey Black Child
Useni Eugene Perkins, Bryan Collier, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers black children through affirming, poetic language.
Celebrates cultural identity and encourages self-esteem.
Inspires confidence and dreams through rhythmic verses.
Ideal for parent-child bonding during reading time.
