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Mariam's Dream: The Story of Mariam Al-Shaar and Her Food Truck of Hope
Leila Boukarim, 2025
44 pages
Why to read
True tale of grit and dreams.
Celebrates food and culture.
Empathy-building refugee perspective.
Inspires entrepreneurial thinking.

Mariam's Dream: The Story of Mariam Al-Shaar and Her Food Truck of Hope
Leila Boukarim, 2025
A Kiss for Little Bear (I Can Read Level 1)
Else Holmelund Minarik, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes kindness and gratitude.
Perfect length for beginners.
Funny animal antics entertain.
Beautiful, timeless illustrations.

A Kiss for Little Bear (I Can Read Level 1)
Else Holmelund Minarik, 2025
Award winning
Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and empowerment for young Black boys.
Nurtures self-identity and self-worth in children.
Inspires resilience and ambition through relatable storytelling.
Supports developmental growth in empathy and emotional intelligence.

Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, 2022
The Mindy Kim Adventures Complete Collection (Boxed Set): Mindy Kim and the Yummy Seaweed Business; Lunar New Year Parade; Birthday Puppy; Class ... Festival; Big Sister; Fun Family Vacation
Lyla Lee, 2025
1104 pages
Why to read
Relatable heroine and everyday adventures.
Celebrates Korean culture and traditions.
Encourages empathy and problem-solving.
Perfect length for early chapter readers.

The Mindy Kim Adventures Complete Collection (Boxed Set): Mindy Kim and the Yummy Seaweed Business; Lunar New Year Parade; Birthday Puppy; Class ... Festival; Big Sister; Fun Family Vacation
Lyla Lee, 2025
Award winning
Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates enduring friendships with engaging storytelling.
Teaches empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Encourages emotional development and social skills.
Supports literacy growth with compelling, easy-to-follow text.

Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, 2022
Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse, loving families.
Inspires creativity and imagination.
Teaches resilience after mistakes.
Gorgeous art boosts visual literacy.

Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love, 2025
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.

I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Too Small Tola
Atinuke, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Captures everyday challenges through Tola's resilient character.
Enhances cultural understanding and global awareness.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy and perseverance in young readers.

