Top-rated books by Amber Kelley
Books like Amber Kelley’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
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of Ketanji Brown Jackson's rise to success.
Highlights perseverance, ambition, and self-belief.
Educational content about the U.S. judicial system.
Empowers children to dream big and work hard.

All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2023
Award winning
Positively Haiku: Illustrated Affirmations in 17 Syllables
Frank Clark Md, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Enhances mindfulness through haiku's concise, thoughtful structure.
Illustrations captivate and boost visual interpretation skills.
Affirmations bolster positivity and self-esteem in children.
Supports linguistic development with rhythmic, structured syllables.

Positively Haiku: Illustrated Affirmations in 17 Syllables
Frank Clark Md, 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
Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Gwendolyn Brooks' remarkable poetic journey.
Enhances appreciation for poetry and literary expression.
Celebrates resilience and determination in creative pursuits.
Supports literacy and language development.

Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2020
Award winning
Remember to Dream, Ebere
Cynthia Erivo, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages dreaming and imagination in children.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing attention and stimulating visuals.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and hope.
Suitable for parent-child bonding during storytime.

Remember to Dream, Ebere
Cynthia Erivo, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
Lovely Day: A Picture Book
Bill Withers, Skip Scarborough, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Encourages positive thinking and optimism in children.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

Lovely Day: A Picture Book
Bill Withers, Skip Scarborough, 2023
Little People, BIG DREAMS: Treasury: 50 Stories from Brilliant Dreamers
Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Highlights 50 influential figures inspiring dreams and aspirations.
Illustrates perseverance, creativity, and success through engaging stories.
Encourages educational development and historical awareness.
Perfect for shared reading, fostering family discussions.

