Diversity books for kids
Award winning
My Friend Julia: A Sesame Street ® Book about Autism
Abbey Campbell Cook, Jennifer Cook, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Educates about autism through engaging Sesame Street characters.
Encourages acceptance and understanding of individual differences.
Supports social skills development with relatable scenarios.
Warm illustrations enhance connection and learning.

My Friend Julia: A Sesame Street ® Book about Autism
Abbey Campbell Cook, Jennifer Cook, 2023
Award winning
Beautifully Me
Laelyn Raybon, Brandon Wayne Raybon Sr., 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-love and body positivity in children.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual engagement.
Encourages acceptance and diversity discussions.
Supports emotional and social development.

Beautifully Me
Laelyn Raybon, Brandon Wayne Raybon Sr., 2021
Award winning
My Daddies!
Gareth Peter, 2020
26 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Encourages acceptance and understanding through relatable storytelling.
Enhances emotional development and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

My Daddies!
Gareth Peter, 2020
Award winning
The Mighty Hummingbird: El Poderoso Colibrí
Alida Lash, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Bilingual story enhances language development.
Showcases resilience through the mighty hummingbird character.
Encourages curiosity about nature and wildlife.
Supports cultural diversity and appreciation.

The Mighty Hummingbird: El Poderoso Colibrí
Alida Lash, 2023
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.

Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
Award winning
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed the World
Elena Favilli, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls with real-life, inspiring immigrant stories.
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal achievement.
Enhances knowledge on global history and significant contributions.
Stimulates curiosity and fosters a sense of empowerment.

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed the World
Elena Favilli, 2020
Rihanna: A Little Golden Book Biography
Regina Andreoni, 2025
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates perseverance and self-belief.
Introduces global music culture.
Models kindness and giving back.
Fun, colorful, easy to read.

Rihanna: A Little Golden Book Biography
Regina Andreoni, 2025
Award winning
What Color Are You? (An Ebony Jr.! Book)
Darwin Walton, Hal Franklin, 1974
63 pages
Why to read
Explores colors through engaging and interactive questions.
Fosters early color recognition and vocabulary development.
Encourages curiosity and observational skills in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
