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Empathy children book list
Empathy is an essential skill that helps children build friendships, understand others, and develop emotional intelligence. Books provide a great way for children to experience different emotions, see the world through another perspective, and recognize how their actions affect others. Whether it’s a story about standing up for a friend, helping someone in need, or learning to be more understanding, these empathy books for children encourage thoughtful discussions and real-world connections.
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Author: Philip C. Stead
Publication year: 2010
Amos McGee, a friendly zookeeper, always makes time for his animal friends no matter what his own schedule and needs. But when Amos feels poorly and has to stay in bed one day, his friends visit him, bringing the warmth and generosity he's always given them. Friends come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. In Amos McGee's case, all sorts of species, too! Every day he spends a little bit of time with each of his friends at the zoo, running races with the tortoise, keeping the shy penguin company, and even reading bedtime stories to the owl. But when Amos is too sick to make it to the zoo, his animal friends decide it's time they returned the favor. THE BEST SICK DAY EVER and the animals in the zoo feature in this striking picture book debut.
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Author: Varsha Bajaj
Publication year: 2019
An uplifting story, told through the alternating voices of two middle-schoolers, in which a community rallies to reject racism. Karina Chopra would have never imagined becoming friends with the boy next door–after all, they’ve avoided each other for years and she assumes Chris is just like the boys he hangs out with, who she labels a pack of hyenas. Then Karina’s grandfather starts tutoring Chris, and she discovers he’s actually a nice, funny kid. But one afternoon something unimaginable happens–the three of them are assaulted by a stranger who targets Indian-American Karina and her grandfather because of how they look. Her grandfather is gravely injured and Karina and Chris vow not to let hate win. When Karina posts a few photos related to the attack on social media, they quickly attract attention, and before long her #CountMeIn post–'What does an American look like? #immigrants #WeBelong #IamAmerican #HateHasNoHomeHere'–goes viral and a diverse population begin to add their own photos. Then, when Papa is finally on the road to recovery, Karina uses her newfound social media reach to help celebrate both his homecoming and a community coming together.
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Author: Jia Shao
Publication year: 2022
Celebrate Life. Celebrate Diversity. Celebrate YOU. Is your child curious about their mixed race family and mixed cultures? Do you want to teach them self-acceptance? Do you want to give them the gift of diversity and inclusivity? Are you looking for yet another book that encourages children to embrace their differences and celebrate diversity? Well look no more! In this book, “MY Heart Full of All” witness self-acceptance and diversity as a young little girl of mixed race, gets ready for her multicultural fashion show. Children can sometimes wonder why they look different from their parents. This mixed race kid’s book on diversity will help your child to be happy within their own skin and gain confidence. This diverse children’s book is the perfect choice to instill self-acceptance in the children from a young age. Through the eyes of a little girl, this multicultural book for children celebrates the differences and similarities that connect people around the world. Happy to be part of a mixed-race family, the little girl will teach your kids how to accept differences and embrace everyone regardless of their race, culture, or language they speak. Together with her parents, she will place the whole world in her room, organizing the most amazing fashion show. And how will she dress her doll? She will take a little bit from her African dad's hairstyle, her Chinese mom's dress, clogs from her Dutch cousin, and henna from her Indian aunt. Ta-da! Look, Mommy, she’s perfect with a little bit of all. All the cultures look so great on my doll. This most touching diversity book for kids will teach your little ones to be proud of themselves and more; From the fact that we are all different and unique to the fact that we all have one thing in common - a good heart. Our little heroine will share with your kids how proud she is to be a perfect mix of her parents, how she is exposed to more cultures and traditions, how different backgrounds come together like pieces of a puzzle to complete the world. This mixed kid’s book includes a fun multicultural activity at the end to help children embrace their mixed family, cultures and backgrounds. Let your child explore diverse languages, traditions and cultures and learn to accept themselves for who they are through fun illustrations and rhymes. Why this is the book you should • 40 pages of the journey of self-love and acceptance. • A multi-racial and multicultural children’s book with perfectly rhyming and flowing poem. • No mention or comparison of skin color. • Printed in high resolution. The best quality, only for you. • A colorful rhythmic picture book for ages 2-5. • A perfect gift for your loved little ones, friends, and family. Join us on the path to self-acceptance, diversity and love while impacting the world in a positive manner. Get your copy now!!
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Author: Zetta Elliott
Publication year: 2020
In this poem, a Black child navigates his changing emotions over the course of a year. Initially filled with joy during summertime activities like skateboarding and basketball, his emotions take a dark turn when his community is impacted by a police shooting. As the seasons change from fall to winter and then spring, his feelings evolve from fear to anger, and ultimately to pride and peace. Illustrator Noa Denmon, in her debut, captures the complex emotional journey of the child following the police shooting, depicting grief, protests, healing, and community through expressive colors. This book is a Caldecott Honor recipient.
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Author: Michael Genhart
Publication year: 2021
I See You is a wordless picture book that follows a homeless woman who is largely ignored by society, except for a little boy who observes her throughout the year. The story culminates in a moment of compassion when the boy acknowledges her presence, allowing her to feel seen. The book serves as a tool to spark conversations about homelessness between kids and parents and includes a 'Note for Parents, Educators, and Neighbors' with discussion questions and resources for helping the homeless.
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Author: Julia Nicholson
Publication year: 2015
Alex, an imaginative and curious child, discovers a mysterious pair of shoes that embarks them on a magical adventure. Each new pair of shoes offers Alex insight into the lives of their former owners, exploring various cultures, lifestyles, and difficulties. This journey instills in Alex a deeper sense of empathy and understanding in a diverse world. The book also delves into a captivating fairy-tale world of footwear, exploring culturally significant stories from Cinderella in China to dogs in America wearing boots. Illustrated by Lucie Arnoux, the collection traverses the globe and spans centuries, highlighting the enchanting essence of footwear through fairy tales and folktales.