Top-rated books by Laurel Porter Gaylord
I Love My Mommy Because...
Age: 1-3
I Love My Daddy Because...
Age: 1-3
Books like Laurel Porter Gaylord’s
Award winning
Our Day of the Dead Celebration
Ana Aranda, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural significance of Day of the Dead.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.

Our Day of the Dead Celebration
Ana Aranda, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: Grime and Punishment
Dav Pilkey, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot fosters imagination and moral lessons.
Characters model resilience, teamwork, and empathy.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Fun, interactive read for children and parents alike.

Dog Man: Grime and Punishment
Dav Pilkey, 2020
Award winning
Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-love through lyrical prose.
Enhances appreciation of varying shades of brown.
Stimulates emotional and cognitive development.
Encourages discussions on identity and belonging.

Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, 2020
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
What Jesus Did: Adventures through the Bible with Caravan Bear and friends
Avril Rowlands, 2021
Why to read
Encourages spiritual growth and understanding of the Bible
Helps develop moral values like kindness and compassion
Provides historical context to New Testament events
Engages young readers through relatable animal characters

What Jesus Did: Adventures through the Bible with Caravan Bear and friends
Avril Rowlands, 2021
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.

The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, 2019
34 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and belonging through a heartfelt storyline.
Encourages conversations about heritage and personal history.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, fostering visual and artistic appreciation.

Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, 2019
Award winning
Rectangle Time
Pamela Paul, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages family bonding through shared reading moments.
Highlights the importance of perspective in understanding.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Engaging narrative that fosters creativity and imagination.


