Books like Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Black Boy
Award winning
The English Roses
Madonna, Jeffrey Fulvimari, 2003
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, jealousy, and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing children's attention and imagination.
Ideal for discussions on diversity and inclusivity.
The English Roses
Madonna, Jeffrey Fulvimari, 2003
Award winning
Off to Kindergarten
Johnston Tony, Melissa Sweet, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Prepares children for kindergarten with engaging storytelling.
Illustrations that capture attention and stimulate imagination.
Encourages social skills and classroom readiness.
Reassuring for both parents and children about school transition.
Off to Kindergarten
Johnston Tony, Melissa Sweet, 2007
Award winning
He's Got the Whole World in His Hand
Traditional, Ideals, Ela Jarzabek, 2013
16 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young minds.
Encourages exploration of diversity and global awareness.
Fosters appreciation for music and cultural heritage.
Supports language development and early reading skills.
He's Got the Whole World in His Hand
Traditional, Ideals, Ela Jarzabek, 2013
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.
Hey Black Child
Useni Eugene Perkins, Bryan Collier, 2017
Award winning
Stargazing
Alex Kuskowski, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters curiosity and interest in astronomy.
Enhances creativity through vivid narrative and illustrations.
Encourages perseverance and curiosity.
Strengthens reading skills and scientific knowledge.
Stargazing
Alex Kuskowski, 2015
Award winning
La La La: A Story of Hope
Kate Dicamillo, Jaime Kim, 2017
70 pages
Why to read
Promotes resilience and hope through captivating illustrations.
Encourages emotional expression and empathy in children.
Simple, lyrical text ideal for early readers.
Fosters imagination and independent thinking.
La La La: A Story of Hope
Kate Dicamillo, Jaime Kim, 2017
Courage in a Poem
Various, Cecilia Knapp, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages emotional resilience through poetry.
Showcases diverse voices and perspectives.
Stimulates linguistic skills and creative thinking.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.
Courage in a Poem
Various, Cecilia Knapp, 2022
My Perfect Pink Book
Sarah Delmege, 2004
160 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and self-expression through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages understanding of colors, especially shades of pink.
Supports language development and early reading skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
