Books like A Hug for You
Award winning
Nana and Poppy Love You!: A Rhyming Story of Generational Love
Joy Joyfully, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
Encourages appreciation of family love and heritage.
Rhymes enhance reading fluency and phonemic awareness.
Warm illustrations complement the affectionate tale.
Nana and Poppy Love You!: A Rhyming Story of Generational Love
Joy Joyfully, 2023
Award winning
Nervous Nigel
Bethany Christou, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional intelligence and resilience in kids.
Supports understanding of feelings through character interaction.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
Nervous Nigel
Bethany Christou, 2022
Award winning
I Choose Empathy: A Colorful, Rhyming Picture Book About Kindness, Compassion, and Empathy
Elizabeth Estrada, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Teaches important social-emotional skills
Engaging and colorful illustrations
Promotes positive behavior and relationships
Accessible and enjoyable for young readers
I Choose Empathy: A Colorful, Rhyming Picture Book About Kindness, Compassion, and Empathy
Elizabeth Estrada, 2021
Award winning
Wonder
Rebecca Case, Linda Mccoy, 2020
34 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Inspires creativity and imaginative thinking.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging narrative that captivates young readers.
Wonder
Rebecca Case, Linda Mccoy, 2020
Award winning
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences
Hiruni Kariyawasam, Catherine Stephenson, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages children to be open-minded and accepting of others.
Helps build emotional intelligence and understanding of different perspectives.
Supports character education by highlighting positive values.
Engages young readers with relatable stories and characters.
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences
Hiruni Kariyawasam, Catherine Stephenson, 2023
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
My Bonus Mom!: Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Tami Butcher, Bill Engvall, 2011
56 pages
Why to read
Nurtures understanding of blended family dynamics.
Encourages acceptance and love in family transitions.
Illustrations captivate and appeal to young readers.
Strengthens empathy and emotional intelligence.
My Bonus Mom!: Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Tami Butcher, Bill Engvall, 2011
Award winning
Brown Is Warm, Black Is Bright
Sarah L. Thomson, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores colors through engaging, vibrant illustrations.
Enhances color recognition and sensory development.
Stimulates curiosity and creativity in young readers.
Supports early childhood education fundamentals.
