Top-rated books by Dinah Orji
Children of the Benin Kingdom
Age: 6-12
Books like Dinah Orji’s
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
Award winning
A Beautiful Story: Jesus & St. Nick
Sarah French, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Blends historical figures with heartfelt storytelling.
Encourages values of kindness and generosity.
Supports understanding of diverse cultural traditions.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
A Beautiful Story: Jesus & St. Nick
Sarah French, 2023
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
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
The Dress and the Girl
Camille, ros, Camille Andros, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Beautifully illustrated, enhances visual perception.
Encourages exploration of cultures and history.
Strengthens bond through parent-child reading.
Boosts empathy and emotional intelligence.
The Dress and the Girl
Camille, ros, Camille Andros, 2019
Award winning
Harriet Versus the Galaxy
Samantha Baines, 2019
192 pages
Why to read
Entertaining and imaginative plot.
Relatable characters that children can identify with.
Promotes problem-solving and critical thinking.
Fun and educational reading experience.
Harriet Versus the Galaxy
Samantha Baines, 2019
We Are Palestinian: A Celebration of Culture and Tradition
, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Celebrates global diversity and heritage.
Interactive crafts deepen learning.
Real role-models inspire ambition.
Vivid art keeps kids engaged.
We Are Palestinian: A Celebration of Culture and Tradition
2023
Award winning
A Taste of the World: What People Eat and How They Celebrate Around the Globe
Little Gestalten, Beth Walrond, 2019
80 pages
Why to read
Explores global cuisines and culture vividly.
Encourages appreciation of cultural diversity.
Enhances geographical knowledge and curiosity.
Supports social studies learning objectives.
