Books like Where Are You From?
Award winning
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise, 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, 2019
Award winning
Cinderella of the Nile
Beverley Naidoo, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant retelling of the oldest known Cinderella story.
Enhances cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Stimulates empathy and moral development.
Rich, engaging narrative fosters language skills.
Cinderella of the Nile
Beverley Naidoo, 2018
Award winning
Trip to the Pumpkin Farm: A Branches Book (Owl Diaries #11)
Rebecca Elliott, 2019
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations enhance visual learning.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
Fosters emotional development and empathy.
Encourages exploration and learning about nature.
Trip to the Pumpkin Farm: A Branches Book (Owl Diaries #11)
Rebecca Elliott, 2019
Award winning
Islandborn
Junot Díaz, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and diversity through storytelling.
Enhances understanding of heritage and community.
Encourages creativity and memory recall.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Islandborn
Junot Díaz, 2018
Award winning
Little Orphan Annie (Classic Reprint)
James Whitcomb Riley, Harold Gray, 1975
26 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Timeless story promotes resilience and hope.
Characters teach valuable life lessons and empathy.
Enhances vocabulary and understanding through engaging narrative.
Little Orphan Annie (Classic Reprint)
James Whitcomb Riley, Harold Gray, 1975
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
The Muslims
Zanib Mian, 2017
164 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity and acceptance through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports social and emotional development in children.
Ideal for introducing cultural awareness and inclusivity.
The Muslims
Zanib Mian, 2017
The Not-So-Faraway Adventure
Andrew Larsen, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure theme enhances curiosity and knowledge exploration.
Grandparent-grandchild relationship bolsters family bonding.
Illustrations stimulate visual thinking and creativity.
Encourages intergenerational communication and empathy.
