Top-rated books by Laekan Zea Kemp
Somewhere Between Bitter and Sweet
Age: 13-14
Books like Laekan Zea Kemp’s
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Award winning
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family traditions through cooking and sharing meals.
Strengthen bonds with intergenerational, culturally rich storytelling.
Enhances understanding of community and togetherness.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging, heartwarming narrative.
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
Award winning
Ways to Grow Love
Renée Watson, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship, family, and self-discovery.
Encourages emotional growth and resilience in young readers.
Integrates everyday challenges with enriching life lessons.
Vibrant storytelling that captivates and educates.
Ways to Grow Love
Renée Watson, 2021
Award winning
Alex's Good Fortune
Benson Shum, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Encourages understanding of different traditions and values.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Ideal for family reading and bonding time.
Alex's Good Fortune
Benson Shum, 2020
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Anne Dreams: Inspired by Anne of Green Gables (An Anne Chapter Book)
Kallie George, 2024
72 pages
Why to read
Gentle, engaging retelling for beginners.
Celebrates creativity and accountability.
Short chapters boost reading stamina.
Introduces Canadian history softly.
Anne Dreams: Inspired by Anne of Green Gables (An Anne Chapter Book)
Kallie George, 2024
Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates multicultural relationships and diverse family experiences.
Illustrates respect, love, and intergenerational bonds.
Enhances understanding of cultural differences.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
