Books like Tina Cocolina: Queen of Cupcakes
Award winning
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, Paola Escobar, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and storytelling.
Inspires with real-life librarian and storyteller Pura Belpré.
Encourages inclusion and diversity through narrative.
Supports language development and historical awareness.
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, Paola Escobar, 2019
Award winning
The Thankful Pumpkin: A Thanksgiving Picture Book About Gratitude
Julia Zheng, (Troika) Maria Novoseltseva, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Celebrates gratitude and thanksgiving vividly.
Engages young readers with colorful pumpkin characters.
Encourages reflection on being thankful daily.
Ideal for shared reading during Thanksgiving season.
The Thankful Pumpkin: A Thanksgiving Picture Book About Gratitude
Julia Zheng, (Troika) Maria Novoseltseva, 2023
Award winning
Joseph's Boy (The Young Testament)
Patricia Polacco, L R Hay, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging biblical stories reimagined for young readers.
Fosters empathy and moral development.
Encourages historical and cultural understanding.
Supports literacy and language skills enhancement.
Joseph's Boy (The Young Testament)
Patricia Polacco, L R Hay, 2013
Swoop's Book of Seasons
Lois Keefer, Steven Brite, 2003
16 pages
Why to read
Explore seasonal changes through vibrant illustrations.
Enhances understanding of nature's cycles.
Encourages curiosity and observational skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Swoop's Book of Seasons
Lois Keefer, Steven Brite, 2003
Love Is My Favourite Thing: A Plumdog Story
Emma Chichester Clark, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases importance of love and relationships.
Illustrates emotional expression and resolution.
Engages children with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Love Is My Favourite Thing: A Plumdog Story
Emma Chichester Clark, 2014
Award winning
Starring Grace
Mary Hoffman, Caroline Binch, Andrea Johnson, 2000
96 pages
Why to read
Enriching multicultural story; broadens children’s cultural understanding.
Empowers creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Highlights importance of community and friendship.
Encourages empathy and inclusivity through engaging narrative.
Starring Grace
Mary Hoffman, Caroline Binch, Andrea Johnson, 2000
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
Franklin's Big Book of Stories: A Collection of 6 First Readers (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sean Jeffrey, Alice Sinkner, Sasha McIntyre, Céleste Gagnon, Jelena Sisic, Shelley Southern, John Lei, Violeta Nikolic, 2013
184 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary with simple, age-appropriate language.
Engages young readers with diverse, captivating stories.
Fosters empathy through relatable character experiences.
Supports early reading skills development.
