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Age: 4-8
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Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.

My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
As I Am Journal: Mindfulness for Kids
Alanna Zabel, 2023
75 pages
Why to read
Enhances mindfulness and emotional awareness in children.
Interactive journal format encourages creative expression.
Designed to boost self-esteem and personal growth.
Supports development of healthy coping mechanisms.

As I Am Journal: Mindfulness for Kids
Alanna Zabel, 2023
An Emotional Menagerie: Feelings from A-Z
The School Of Life, 2021
60 pages
Why to read
Explores range of emotions through poetic animal representations.
Encourages emotional awareness and vocabulary development.
Supports understanding of complex feelings in young readers.
Engaging illustrations complement each emotional exploration.

An Emotional Menagerie: Feelings from A-Z
The School Of Life, 2021
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.

Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
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
K Is in Trouble (A Graphic Novel)
Gary Clement, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging graphic novel format enhances visual literacy.
Encourages empathy through character challenges and growth.
Stimulates imagination, essential for creative development.
Supports language skills with accessible, vibrant dialogue.

K Is in Trouble (A Graphic Novel)
Gary Clement, 2024
Award winning
Binny's Diwali
Thrity Umrigar, 2020
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Diwali traditions, enhancing cultural awareness.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Encourages understanding of diversity and inclusivity.
Reinforces importance of friendship and community.

Binny's Diwali
Thrity Umrigar, 2020
Award winning
Made by God: Celebrating God's Gloriously Diverse World
Tony Evans, Christan Stewart, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through a spiritual lens.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of different cultures.
Warm, engaging narrative style.
Suitable for family reading and discussion.

