Books like The Beloved World of Sonia Sotomayor
Award winning
Turning Pages: My Life Story
Sonia Sotomayor, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of perseverance and ambition.
Encourages educational aspirations and self-confidence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal history.
Engages young readers with real-life challenges.

Turning Pages: My Life Story
Sonia Sotomayor, 2018
Award winning
She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Justice Sonia Sotomayor's real-life story.
Encourages perseverance and determination in young readers.
Highlights the importance of education and ambition.
Empowering narrative fosters confidence and resilience.

She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, 2021
Award winning
I Am Sonia Sotomayor: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Sonia Sotomayor's real-life achievements.
Encourages values of perseverance and courage.
Empowers children to dream big and work hard.
Illustrates the impact one person can make.

I Am Sonia Sotomayor: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2018
Award winning
Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of overcoming barriers.
Enhances interest in math and science.
Promotes resilience and perseverance.
Ideal for shared reading family time.

Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
Award winning
Too Small Tola
Atinuke, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Captures everyday challenges through Tola's resilient character.
Enhances cultural understanding and global awareness.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy and perseverance in young readers.

Too Small Tola
Atinuke, 2020
Award winning
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and family bonds.
Encourages self-expression and confidence through relatable storytelling.
Illustrations enhance comprehension and engagement.
Supports emotional development and inclusivity.

Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
The Tale of Heidi
Johanna Spyri, 2020
262 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of young, spirited girl in Swiss Alps.
Encourages resilience and empathy through relatable character development.
Explores themes of friendship and personal growth.
Engages young minds in picturesque, impactful storytelling.
