Books like You Made Me a Dad
Award winning
Amor Is to Love You
Susie Jaramillo, Macmillan Audio, Massiel Peña, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity through captivating storytelling.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy in children.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonds during reading.
Boosts language skills and instills love for reading.
Amor Is to Love You
Susie Jaramillo, Macmillan Audio, Massiel Peña, 2022
Award winning
Miami Gets It Straight (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
Patricia C. Mckissack, Fredrick McKissack, 2010
96 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with a fun, relatable storyline.
Encourages essential problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Features characters that mirror real-life diversity and challenges.
Supports language development and early literacy foundations.
Miami Gets It Straight (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
Patricia C. Mckissack, Fredrick McKissack, 2010
Award winning
Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, Kaylani Juanita, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-love through lyrical prose.
Enhances appreciation of varying shades of brown.
Stimulates emotional and cognitive development.
Encourages discussions on identity and belonging.
Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, Kaylani Juanita, 2020
Award winning
Who Loves Me?
Patricia Maclachlan, Amanda Shepherd, Emily MacLachlan Charest, 2005
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging exploration of family bonds and affection.
Simple, warm narrative suitable for young readers.
Encourages discussions about love and relationships.
Beautiful illustrations enhance the emotional impact.
Who Loves Me?
Patricia Maclachlan, Amanda Shepherd, Emily MacLachlan Charest, 2005
Thank You, Mom and Dad
Ruth Anderson Lawler, Ramie Quintana, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family bonds and parental love.
Enhances gratitude and emotional expression in children.
Simple language, accessible to early readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate young audiences.
Thank You, Mom and Dad
Ruth Anderson Lawler, Ramie Quintana, 2015
Award winning
Applesauce
Shirley Kurtz, 1992
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates family collaboration and problem-solving.
Engaging, colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Encourages creativity and teamwork among children.
Applesauce
Shirley Kurtz, 1992
Award winning
I Love You More Than Words Can Say
Milla Berger, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates emotional expression through charming narrative.
Strengthens parent-child bond with heartfelt messages.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Supports emotional intelligence and development.
I Love You More Than Words Can Say
Milla Berger, 2023
Award winning
In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Folami Abiade, Carole Boston Weatherford, Dinah Johnson, Various Poets, Javaka Steptoe, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates African American fathers through engaging poetry.
Enhances understanding of diverse familial experiences.
Strengthens father-child relationships with heartwarming stories.
Supports emotional and social development for children.
