Top-rated books by Jess Townes
Sometimes I Cry
Age: 4-8
Books like Jess Townes’s
Award winning
Tía Fortuna's New Home: A Jewish Cuban Journey
Ruth Behar, Devon Holzwarth, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Explores themes of adaptation and resilience.
Strengthens family bonds through shared history.
Enhances empathy and understanding across cultures.
Tía Fortuna's New Home: A Jewish Cuban Journey
Ruth Behar, Devon Holzwarth, 2022
Award winning
When Dad Was Away
Liz Weir, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses family separation with sensitivity and hope.
Encourages understanding of diverse family dynamics.
Supports emotional resilience and coping strategies.
Stimulates empathetic conversations between parents and children.
When Dad Was Away
Liz Weir, 2013
Award winning
Until Someone Listens
Estela Juarez, Lissette Norman, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience in the face of adversity.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Inspires hope and advocacy in young readers.
Supportive narrative for emotional and social growth.
Until Someone Listens
Estela Juarez, Lissette Norman, 2022
Award winning
My Gift for You
V Moua, 2023
43 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story teaches kindness and thoughtfulness.
Simple, engaging text suitable for young readers.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Encourages empathy and generosity in children.
My Gift for You
V Moua, 2023
Award winning
Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
Patrice Lawrence, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captures historical journey of the Windrush generation.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Stimulates discussions on heritage and immigration.
Engaging storytelling by award-winning author Patrice Lawrence.
Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
Patrice Lawrence, 2023
Award winning
Being Thankful with Gabrielle: A Book about Gratitude
Marie-Therese Miller, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Teaches gratitude through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Enhances emotional development and empathetic understanding.
Encourages positive thinking and appreciation in children.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
Being Thankful with Gabrielle: A Book about Gratitude
Marie-Therese Miller, 2023
Award winning
There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Sensitive handling of complex sibling grief issues.
Encourages emotional expression and healing in children.
Supports understanding of loss within a family context.
Reassuring tone, comforting for both child and parent.
There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
Award winning
Rainbow Baby
Alesha Michelle Kleist, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Sensitive portrayal of loss and healing.
Promotes resilience and emotional understanding in children.
Encourages family discussions about tough topics.
Beautiful, comforting illustrations enhance engagement.
