Top-rated books by Ada Ukabia
Ladi Kwali: The Creative Potter
Age: 6-9
Books like Ada Ukabia’s
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
Egyptian Lullaby
Zeena M. Pliska, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Immerses children in ancient Egyptian culture and history.
Soothing lullabies enhance bedtime routines and bonding time.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Egyptian Lullaby
Zeena M. Pliska, 2023
Award winning
Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma
Joanna Ho, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires through Yo-Yo Ma’s musical journey.
Highlights cultural diversity and global understanding.
Encourages musical interest and artistic expression.
Supports resilience and pursuing passions.
Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma
Joanna Ho, 2021
Award winning
Bob Dylan: Mavericks of Music: Stories for Children
Daniel Budnik, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Inspiring stories about music legend Bob Dylan.
Engages children with vibrant, lyrical storytelling.
Fosters appreciation for music and creativity.
Encourages historical and cultural awareness.
Bob Dylan: Mavericks of Music: Stories for Children
Daniel Budnik, 2023
Award winning
The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through musical and colorful storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and self-expression in children.
Supports developmental milestones with engaging narratives.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading times.
The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
Award winning
A Girl Named Rosita: The Story of Rita Moreno: Actor, Singer, Dancer, Trailblazer!
Anika Aldamuy Denise, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Rita Moreno's captivating real-life achievements.
Highlights cultural diversity and perseverance.
Encourages artistic expression and following dreams.
Educational insights into historical and social contexts.
A Girl Named Rosita: The Story of Rita Moreno: Actor, Singer, Dancer, Trailblazer!
Anika Aldamuy Denise, 2021
Award winning
Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural significance of blue in a captivating way.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and rich storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about history and color symbolism.
Supports understanding of diversity through color exploration.
Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, 2022
Award winning
Diego Rivera: A Bilingual Book in English and Spanish
Marisa Boan, 2022
42 pages
Why to read
Bilingual English-Spanish text enhances language development.
Cultural exploration through Diego Rivera's artistic journey.
Supports cognitive growth with dual-language learning.
Engages children in art history and appreciation.
