Books like Too Small Tola
Award winning
Lizzy's Ups and Downs
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional resilience and navigating life changes.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Supports emotional development with engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.

Lizzy's Ups and Downs
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2004
Award winning
Uncle Bobby's Wedding
Sarah S. Brannen, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates love, family, and acceptance.
Encourages diversity and inclusion understanding.
Colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Strengthens emotional and social development.

Uncle Bobby's Wedding
Sarah S. Brannen, 2008
Award winning
Baby Daze: Cooper The Shelter Dog
Casey E Mason, Colton Mason, Paula Monise, 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and compassion.
Encourages understanding and care for shelter animals.
Supports emotional development in young readers.
Engaging story enhances family reading time.

Baby Daze: Cooper The Shelter Dog
Casey E Mason, Colton Mason, Paula Monise, 2023
Award winning
It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, HarperAudio, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Captures challenges of being five with humor.
Encourages self-control and emotional regulation.
Supports developmental milestones in young children.
Engaging illustrations enhance comprehension and interest.

It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, HarperAudio, 2004
Award winning
The Adoption Angel: A Heartwarming Story for Adopted Children
Sarah E. Lutz, 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Nurtures understanding of adoption in a gentle manner.
Encourages empathy and acceptance among young readers.
Strengthens emotional development with relatable characters.
Offers a comforting narrative for adopted children.

The Adoption Angel: A Heartwarming Story for Adopted Children
Sarah E. Lutz, 2023
Award winning
The Year of the Fortune Cookie: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Patrice Barton, 2014
176 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural identity through engaging narrative.
Encourages emotional growth and self-discovery.
Supports understanding of diverse perspectives.
Ideal for enhancing empathy and global awareness.

The Year of the Fortune Cookie: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Patrice Barton, 2014
Award winning
Lily Coyote's New Baby: An Adoption Story
Xander Martin, Robin Satterthwaite, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family, love, and acceptance.
Addresses adoption with sensitivity and warmth.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging young children visually.

Lily Coyote's New Baby: An Adoption Story
Xander Martin, Robin Satterthwaite, 2023
Award winning
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
116 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of belonging and identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.
