Books like The Queen On Our Corner
Award winning
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences
Hiruni Kariyawasam, Catherine Stephenson, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages children to be open-minded and accepting of others.
Helps build emotional intelligence and understanding of different perspectives.
Supports character education by highlighting positive values.
Engages young readers with relatable stories and characters.

The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences
Hiruni Kariyawasam, Catherine Stephenson, 2023
Award winning
Our Favorite Day of the Year
A.E. Ali, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through engaging, heartwarming storytelling.
Encourages understanding of different cultures and traditions.
Supports social development and empathy in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonding time.

Our Favorite Day of the Year
A.E. Ali, 2020
Award winning
The Queen of Kindergarten
Derrick Barnes, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires confidence and leadership in young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity, essential social values.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills effectively.
Encourages kindness and empathy through engaging storytelling.

The Queen of Kindergarten
Derrick Barnes, 2022
Award winning
The World Needs More Purple People
Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusivity and celebrating differences.
Fosters understanding and cooperation among young readers.
Inspires conversations about diversity and kindness.
Engaging illustrations complement the impactful narrative.

The World Needs More Purple People
Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman, 2020
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
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.

Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
I Am Love: A Book of Compassion
Susan Verde, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches empathy through engaging, heartfelt story.
Enhances emotional intelligence in young readers.
Encourages compassion and kindness in children.
Beautiful illustrations complement the positive message.

I Am Love: A Book of Compassion
Susan Verde, 2019
Award winning
Lou's Zoo and Winston Too: A Story About Kindness, Compassion, Acceptance, Fitting In with Others, and Anxiety
Joann M Dickinson, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Teaches kindness, compassion, and acceptance.
Addresses anxiety and fitting in.
Engaging, relatable characters for young readers.
Promotes empathy through fun storytelling.
