Books like Wear Your Crown: Embrace Your Unique Brilliance
Award winning
The Artivist
Nikkolas Smith, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and activism through engaging storytelling.
Highlights the power of art in social change.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports development of personal and social identity.
The Artivist
Nikkolas Smith, 2023
Award winning
Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and empowerment for young Black boys.
Nurtures self-identity and self-worth in children.
Inspires resilience and ambition through relatable storytelling.
Supports developmental growth in empathy and emotional intelligence.
Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, 2022
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Award winning
Finding the Hero in Me
Dr. Temika S. Edwards, 2022
48
Why to read
Encourages self-discovery and personal growth in young readers.
Inspires resilience and courage through engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development with relatable, diverse characters.
Enhances literacy with captivating, age-appropriate language.
Finding the Hero in Me
Dr. Temika S. Edwards, 2022
Award winning
Boy, You Are Strong! A Mindfulness Journal for Boys
Worldwide Creativity Mindfulness, 2021
111 pages
Why to read
Empowers emotional resilience and self-awareness in boys.
Encourages mindfulness practices through engaging activities.
Supports mental health with age-appropriate journaling prompts.
Fosters self-expression and personal growth.
Boy, You Are Strong! A Mindfulness Journal for Boys
Worldwide Creativity Mindfulness, 2021
Award winning
What Are Your Words?: A Book About Pronouns
Katherine Locke, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explores identity through creative use of pronouns.
Encourages respect and understanding of diverse identities.
Supports language development and personal expression.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.
What Are Your Words?: A Book About Pronouns
Katherine Locke, 2021
Award winning
I Am One of a Kind: Positive Affirmations for Brown Girls
Aaliyah Wilson, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Empowers young girls with positive self-image affirmations.
Cultivates confidence and uniqueness in children.
Reinforces positive thinking and self-love.
Supports emotional and social development.
I Am One of a Kind: Positive Affirmations for Brown Girls
Aaliyah Wilson, 2021
Award winning
Love Your Body
Jessica Sanders, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers young girls to appreciate and respect their bodies.
Promotes self-love and confidence through relatable illustrations.
Addresses body positivity with engaging, accessible content.
Ideal for developing healthy self-esteem in early readers.
