Books like Zak and His Little Lies
Award winning
Taking Care of Mommy
Sophia Lani Ocampo, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy and understanding in young readers.
Highlights significance of family care and support.
Engaging storytelling with emotional depth.
Encourages role reversal and perspective-taking.
Taking Care of Mommy
Sophia Lani Ocampo, 2023
Sometimes Families...
Charlotte Trounce, 2022
18 pages
Why to read
Explores the diversity of modern family structures.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Engaging illustrations assist story comprehension.
Encourages conversations about family values and acceptance.
Sometimes Families...
Charlotte Trounce, 2022
Award winning
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Modern retelling enhances connection to historical spiritual song.
Stunning illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Fosters cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Encourages family discussions on faith and resilience.
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
Wonderfully Wired Brains: An Introduction to the World of Neurodiversity
Louise Gooding, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Promotes understanding of neurodiversity in a relatable way.
Encourages empathy and acceptance of individual differences.
Inspires conversations on inclusion and diversity.
Engaging illustrations complementing the educational content.
Wonderfully Wired Brains: An Introduction to the World of Neurodiversity
Louise Gooding, 2023
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
368 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community spirit.
Engages young readers with charming, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Fosters family connections and shared reading moments.
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Award winning
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
352 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of LGBTQ+ community.
Develops empathy through engaging storytelling.
Inspires adventure and family bonding.
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
Award winning
There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Sensitive handling of complex sibling grief issues.
Encourages emotional expression and healing in children.
Supports understanding of loss within a family context.
Reassuring tone, comforting for both child and parent.
There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
Award winning
Wish Come True
Brianna Seamster, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with magical, whimsical storyline.
Characters exemplify resilience and creativity.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence.
Supports language development and reading skills.
