Books like The Year of the Book: Anna Wang
Award winning
The Year of the Baby: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, 2013
176 pages
Why to read
Captures multicultural family dynamics effectively.
Enhances empathy through diverse character perspectives.
Encourages understanding of adoption and acceptance.
Supports language growth with simple, impactful language.
The Year of the Baby: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, 2013
Award winning
Honeysuckle House
Andrea Cheng, 2004
160 pages
Why to read
Vivid, culturally rich narrative fosters global awareness.
Strong, relatable characters enhance emotional development.
Illustrations stimulate imagination and visual thinking.
Encourages dialogue on diversity and friendship.
Honeysuckle House
Andrea Cheng, 2004
Award winning
What Is Given from the Heart
Patricia C. Mckissack, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and community kindness.
Encourages gratitude and generosity in children.
Illustrates the joy of giving selflessly.
Rich, heartwarming narrative with beautiful illustrations.
What Is Given from the Heart
Patricia C. Mckissack, 2019
Award winning
The Longest Strongest Thread
Inbal Leitner, 2020
29 pages
Why to read
Illustrates deep family connections across distances.
Enhances understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Encourages emotional resilience and adaptability.
Stimulates discussions on family and love.
The Longest Strongest Thread
Inbal Leitner, 2020
Award winning
Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of relationships and emotional resilience.
Engaging narrative fosters empathy and compassion in readers.
Explores themes of healing and cooperation effectively.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading sessions.
Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2022
Award winning
Old Jake's Skirts
Anne C. Scott, 1998
36 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through unique, engaging storytelling.
Highlights resourcefulness and resilience in characters.
Enhances empathy and understanding among young readers.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading.
Old Jake's Skirts
Anne C. Scott, 1998
Award winning
Too Small Tola and the Three Fine Girls
Atinuke, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience and resourcefulness in a young protagonist.
Evokes empathy and understanding through diverse social settings.
Enhances multicultural awareness and global perspective.
Supports development of literacy and comprehension skills.
Too Small Tola and the Three Fine Girls
Atinuke, 2021
Award winning
Show Way
Jacqueline Woodson, 2005
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through historical and personal journey.
Enhances understanding of heritage and familial ties.
Encourages empowerment through crafting and storytelling.
Fosters emotional connection to past generations.
