Books like Sparkle Boy
Award winning
Just Like Mama
Lesléa Newman, Julia Gorton, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family bonds and mother-daughter relationships.
Enhances emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Illustrates everyday tasks, fostering responsibility in children.
Warm, comforting illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Just Like Mama
Lesléa Newman, Julia Gorton, 2010
Award winning
Remember That
Lesléa Newman, Karen Ritz, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Teaches valuable life lessons through relatable scenarios.
Encourages emotional intelligence and memory skills.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.
Remember That
Lesléa Newman, Karen Ritz, 1996
The Boy Who Cried Fabulous
Lesléa Newman, Peter Ferguson, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-expression and individuality.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages vocabulary development and language skills.
Supports emotional growth and acceptance.
The Boy Who Cried Fabulous
Lesléa Newman, Peter Ferguson, 2007
Award winning
I Am Jazz
Jessica Herthel, Jazz Jennings, Shelagh Mcnicholas, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses gender identity through a child-friendly narrative.
Encourages empathy, acceptance, and understanding.
Based on real-life experiences of Jazz Jennings.
I Am Jazz
Jessica Herthel, Jazz Jennings, Shelagh Mcnicholas, 2014
Award winning
Jacob's New Dress
Sarah Hoffman, Ian Hoffman, Chris Case, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes acceptance and understanding
Encourages individuality
Teaches about empathy
Highlights the importance of self-expression
Jacob's New Dress
Sarah Hoffman, Ian Hoffman, Chris Case, 2014
Award winning
Mae Among the Stars
Roda Ahmed, Stasia Burrington, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires children to dream big and persevere.
Showcases diversity, promoting inclusivity and understanding.
Stimulates curiosity about space and science.
Encourages resilience and determination in adversity.
Mae Among the Stars
Roda Ahmed, Stasia Burrington, 2018
Award winning
Juana & Lucas
Juana Medina, 2016
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and adventure.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Highlights cultural diversity in an accessible way.
Supports language development and self-expression.
Juana & Lucas
Juana Medina, 2016
Award winning
Peanut Goes for the Gold
Jonathan Van Ness, Gillian Reid, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspirational story celebrating individuality and uniqueness.
Encourages persistence and following one's passions.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Promotes inclusivity and understanding diverse perspectives.
