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Books like My Parent Has Cancer and It Really Sucks
Award winning
Ordinary Hazards: A Memoir
Nikki Grimes, 2019
336 pages
Why to read
- A powerful memoir about overcoming adversity.
- Inspires resilience and hope in young readers.
- Encourages empathy and understanding through personal storytelling.
- Develops critical literary appreciation and insight.
Ordinary Hazards: A Memoir
Nikki Grimes, 2019
Award winning
Don't Ask Me Where I'm From
Jennifer De Leon, Elena Garnu, 2020
336 pages
Why to read
- Promotes cultural understanding and diversity.
- Explores challenges of immigrant high school experience.
- Encourages empathy and inclusivity.
- Supports open dialogues on identity and belonging.
Don't Ask Me Where I'm From
Jennifer De Leon, Elena Garnu, 2020
This Is Me from Now On
Barbara Dee, 2010
272 pages
Why to read
- Engages early adolescents in realistic friendship dynamics.
- Encourages self-discovery and personal growth.
- Tackles issues relevant to pre-teen experiences.
- Uplifting and thought-provoking narrative.
This Is Me from Now On
Barbara Dee, 2010
Award winning
The Black Friend: On Being a Better White Person
Frederick Joseph, 2020
272 pages
Why to read
- Encourages empathy and understanding across racial differences.
- Offers practical advice on combating racism.
- Captivates with personal stories and insights.
- Supports discussions on diversity and inclusion.
The Black Friend: On Being a Better White Person
Frederick Joseph, 2020
Award winning
This Is My America
Kim Johnson, 2020
416 pages
Why to read
- Addresses racial injustices through compelling narrative.
- Inspires critical thinking and empathy in young readers.
- Encourages discussions on fairness and justice.
- Enhances awareness of social issues.
This Is My America
Kim Johnson, 2020
Award winning
The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big Round Things
Carolyn Mackler, 2003
256 pages
Why to read
- Addresses teen self-esteem and body positivity effectively.
- Encourages open discussion about mental health and bullying.
- Supports resilience and personal growth in adolescents.
- Empowers readers through relatable, authentic narratives.
The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big Round Things
Carolyn Mackler, 2003
Award winning
Semi-Famous: A True Story of Near Celebrity
Josh Sundquist, 2024
384 pages
Why to read
- Inspires perseverance through humorous real-life challenges.
- Encourages self-acceptance and embracing uniqueness.
- Engages young readers with witty and lively storytelling.
Semi-Famous: A True Story of Near Celebrity
Josh Sundquist, 2024
Award winning
Dear Haiti, Love Alaine
Maika Moulite, Maritza Moulite, 2019
432 pages
Why to read
- Explores cultural identity and heritage.
- Encourages resilience through personal challenges.
- Highlights importance of family connections.
- Inspires curiosity about world cultures.
