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Books like All About Me: Family
All About Me: Friends
Dan Lester, Lisa Pliscou, Madeleine Marie (artist) Dan Lester (author), Tom Dunne, Madeleine Marie, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the joys and challenges of friendship.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages conversations about relationships and cooperation.
All About Me: Friends
Dan Lester, Lisa Pliscou, Madeleine Marie (artist) Dan Lester (author), Tom Dunne, Madeleine Marie, 2023
Mary by Myself
Jane Denitz Smith, 1994
152 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of self-discovery and independence.
Encourages resilience and personal growth in young readers.
Written with engaging and accessible language.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Mary by Myself
Jane Denitz Smith, 1994
Is Everyone Moonburned but Me?
Stella Pevsner, 2000
202 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of individuality and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports emotional growth through engaging narrative.
Ideal for middle-grade readers' developmental stages.
Is Everyone Moonburned but Me?
Stella Pevsner, 2000
Award winning
Abigail Iris: The One and Only
Lisa Glatt, Joy Allen, Suzanne Greenberg, & 0 more, 2009
160 pages
Why to read
Relatable Coming-of-Age Story: 'Abigail Iris: The One and Only' offers a glimpse into the life of an eight-year-old girl navigating the complexities of family, friendship, and growing up, making it a relatable read for middle-grade children who are experiencing similar life changes.
Positive Role Model: Abigail Iris is a character who exhibits qualities such as resilience, curiosity, and kindness. Reading about her adventures can inspire young readers to embrace their uniqueness and face their own challenges with a positive attitude.
Family Dynamics and Diversity: The book explores diverse family structures and dynamics, providing a window into different types of families and promoting inclusivity and understanding among young readers.
Engaging and Accessible Writing: Lisa Glatt's writing style is engaging and accessible, making it easy for young readers to connect with the story and characters. The book's language and content are age-appropriate, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable reading experience.
Abigail Iris: The One and Only
Lisa Glatt, Joy Allen, Suzanne Greenberg, & 0 more, 2009
Hooray for Grandma (Hooray for Family)
Beatrice Masini, Guilia Zaffaroni, Natalie Hall, 2016
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family bonds and multigenerational relationships.
Highlights the unique role of grandmothers in family life.
Encourages appreciation and gratitude towards family members.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Hooray for Grandma (Hooray for Family)
Beatrice Masini, Guilia Zaffaroni, Natalie Hall, 2016
Friends 4 Ever
Rews, Kate, Kate-Andrews, 2004
448 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Lively illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for family reading time and discussion.
Friends 4 Ever
Rews, Kate, Kate-Andrews, 2004
Award winning
Seventh Heaven Scrapbook
Monica Rizzo, 2000
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure, sparking imagination and creativity.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional development.
Engaging narrative, ideal for family reading time.
Seventh Heaven Scrapbook
Monica Rizzo, 2000
Award winning
I Am in Love with My Locs!
Ej Nembhard, Chloe Louise Pinches, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and self-love.
Boosts confidence with positive self-image messages.
Encourages acceptance and diversity through storytelling.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
