Books about Belonging
Award winning
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through language and family ties.
Enhances multilingual development in early childhood learning.
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social growth.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.

Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
Award winning
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
168 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of adventure and moral lessons.
Cultivates empathy through diverse animal character perspectives.
Strengthens understanding of responsibility and respect.
Ideal for shared reading and family discussion.

The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
Award winning
Polar Express Movie Scrapbook
Melissa Morgan, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Captures magical journey bound to spark children’s imagination.
Features behind-the-scenes insights enhancing media literacy.
Encourages creative thinking through visual storytelling.
Ideal for family bonding over shared Christmas tradition.

Polar Express Movie Scrapbook
Melissa Morgan, 2004
Award winning
No Flying in the House
Betty Brock, 1970
157 pages
Why to read
Magical adventure fosters creativity and imaginative thinking.
Enhances empathy through character-driven narrative.
Encourages exploration of self-identity and independence.
Delightful read-aloud choice for family bonding time.

No Flying in the House
Betty Brock, 1970
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
Award winning
The Neighbors
Einat Tsarfati, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Explores curiosity and imagination through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages empathy by understanding diverse neighbor characters.
Enhances deductive reasoning and creativity in storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Neighbors
Einat Tsarfati, 2019
Award winning
King of the Sky
Nicola Davies, Laura Carlin, 2017
56 pages
Why to read
Promotes themes of friendship and belonging.
Vivid illustrations enhance storytelling experience.
Cultivates empathy and understanding of diversity.
Supports language development and comprehension.

King of the Sky
Nicola Davies, Laura Carlin, 2017
Stronger Than Magic and Starlight Surprise (My Secret Unicorn)
Linda Chapman, 2004
272 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through magical storytelling.
Encourages empathy with relatable character challenges.
Enhances problem-solving skills with captivating plots.
Strengthens reading habits in young readers.
