Books like A Hat for Mrs. Goldman: A Story About Knitting and Love
Award winning
Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of relationships and emotional resilience.
Engaging narrative fosters empathy and compassion in readers.
Explores themes of healing and cooperation effectively.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading sessions.
Me and the Boss: A Story About Mending and Love
Michelle Edwards, 2022
Award winning
Stinky Stern Forever: A Jackson Friends Book
Michelle Edwards, 2005
49 pages
Why to read
Addresses friendship and its complexities engagingly.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Illustrates conflict resolution and the importance of communication.
Supports emotional development through relatable narratives.
Stinky Stern Forever: A Jackson Friends Book
Michelle Edwards, 2005
Award winning
Room for the Baby
Michelle Edwards, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness in young characters.
Engaging story about family dynamics and adaptability.
Enhances understanding of sharing and space management.
Warm illustrations, fostering connection and empathy.
Room for the Baby
Michelle Edwards, 2012
Award winning
Extra Yarn
Mac Barnett, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a magical, captivating story.
Encourages creativity and generosity in young readers.
Illustrates resilience and the power of kindness.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills.
Extra Yarn
Mac Barnett, 2012
Award winning
Borka: The Adventures of a Goose with No Feathers
John Burningham, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes resilience and self-acceptance in kids.
Enhances empathy through engaging storytelling.
Encourages creativity and overcoming adversity.
Fosters family bonding through shared reading moments.
Borka: The Adventures of a Goose with No Feathers
John Burningham, 1999
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
368 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community spirit.
Engages young readers with charming, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Fosters family connections and shared reading moments.
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Award winning
Mr. Putter & Tabby Spin the Yarn
Cynthia Rylant, 2006
44 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creativity and imagination.
Encourages empathy through relatable elderly characters.
Highlights the joy of storytelling and sharing.
Supports language skills with simple, clear text.
Mr. Putter & Tabby Spin the Yarn
Cynthia Rylant, 2006
Award winning
Made By Raffi
Craig Pomranz, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and creativity through colorful storytelling.
Encourages acceptance of differences, fostering inclusivity.
Supports confidence building in unique interests and talents.
Ideal for sparking discussions on diversity and self-expression.
