Books like Bea Is for Blended
Award winning
The Year of the Fortune Cookie: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Patrice Barton, 2015
176 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural identity through engaging narrative.
Encourages emotional growth and self-discovery.
Supports understanding of diverse perspectives.
Ideal for enhancing empathy and global awareness.
The Year of the Fortune Cookie: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Patrice Barton, 2015
Award winning
Do I Have a Daddy?: A Story About a Single-Parent Child
Jeanne Warren Lindsay, Jami Moffett, 1991
48 pages
Why to read
Addresses single-parent family dynamics with sensitivity.
Empowers children to embrace diverse family structures.
Encourages discussions on family, love, and belonging.
Illustrations complement the comforting narrative.
Do I Have a Daddy?: A Story About a Single-Parent Child
Jeanne Warren Lindsay, Jami Moffett, 1991
Award winning
Benny Beats His Shyness: Kids and Parents Overcoming Social Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, Vidya Lalgudi Jaishankar, 2021
50 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming social anxiety with relatable situations.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports emotional development and self-confidence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.
Benny Beats His Shyness: Kids and Parents Overcoming Social Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, Vidya Lalgudi Jaishankar, 2021
Award winning
Where Is Grandpa's Smile?
Maria Keane Pascuzzi, Dasha Hamit, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions and family relationships through engaging story.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Supports children's understanding of aging and memory.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering connection and discussion.
Where Is Grandpa's Smile?
Maria Keane Pascuzzi, Dasha Hamit, 2023
Award winning
How I Really Feel: Kids' Guide to Emotions
Chon Ghee, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional literacy tailored for kids' understanding.
Visuals aid in recognizing and expressing feelings.
Supports early developmental stages in social skills.
Encourages open family discussions about emotions.
How I Really Feel: Kids' Guide to Emotions
Chon Ghee, 2023
Award winning
Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, Darlee Urbiztondo, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Explores open adoption through engaging, heartfelt narrative.
Highlights themes of love, family diversity, and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports conversations about different family structures.
Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, Darlee Urbiztondo, 2022
Award winning
FArTHER
Grahame Baker-Smith, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates emotional intelligence and empathy.
Encourages exploration of personal dreams and ambitions.
Enhances understanding of complex family dynamics.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complementing the narrative.
FArTHER
Grahame Baker-Smith, 2011
Award winning
Tips on Having a Gay (Ex) Boyfriend
Carrie Jones, 2008
288 pages
Why to read
Explores complex emotions with sensitivity and insight.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of diverse relationships.
Stimulates thoughtful conversations about identity and love.
Offers a heartfelt and affirming narrative.
