Top-rated books by Darlee Urbiztondo
Books like Darlee Urbiztondo’s
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
For a Girl Becoming
Joy Harjo, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Authentic Native American perspective.
Rich, poetic read-aloud text.
Affirms self-worth and heritage.
Vivid, conversation-starting art.
For a Girl Becoming
Joy Harjo, 2025
Award winning
Big Brother, Little Brother: A Sibling Connection Book
Dana M. Wilson, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Strengthens sibling bonds through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between brothers.
Enhances social skills with real-life relationship insights.
Fun, heartwarming read for young children.
Big Brother, Little Brother: A Sibling Connection Book
Dana M. Wilson, 2023
Mama's Sleeping Scarf
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of comfort, love, and maternal bonds.
Vibrant illustrations enhance the storytelling experience.
Encourages emotional development and empathetic understanding.
Ideal for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.
Mama's Sleeping Scarf
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, 2023
Award winning
I've Never Met My Grandpa
Shannon Zigmund, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores family ties with heartwarming, engaging narrative.
Boosts understanding of diverse family structures.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for shared reading sessions and discussions.
I've Never Met My Grandpa
Shannon Zigmund, 2022
Award winning
My Bonus Mom!: Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Tami Butcher, Bill Engvall, 2011
56 pages
Why to read
Nurtures understanding of blended family dynamics.
Encourages acceptance and love in family transitions.
Illustrations captivate and appeal to young readers.
Strengthens empathy and emotional intelligence.
My Bonus Mom!: Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Tami Butcher, Bill Engvall, 2011
Award winning
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through language and family ties.
Enhances multilingual development in early childhood learning.
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social growth.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
Award winning
Where Thuong Keeps Love
Thu Buu, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of family love and bonding.
Illustrates the importance of cultural heritage.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
