Books like Ain't Burned All the Bright
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, Raúl The Third, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, Raúl The Third, 2021
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
Award winning
Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, Rachelle Baker, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Addresses complex topics of racism and antiracism accessibly.
Fosters critical thinking and awareness in young readers.
Encourages conversations about equality and justice at home.
Supports development of empathy and inclusivity.
Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, Rachelle Baker, 2021
Award winning
The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotions through engaging and relatable storytelling.
Enhances understanding of managing worries and fears.
Encourages empathy and emotional resilience in children.
Offers practical coping strategies within a fun narrative.
The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
Starring Carmen!
Anika Aldamuy Denise, Lorena Alvarez Gomez, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant story celebrates creativity and family bonds.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Empowers kids through strong, independent female lead.
Encourages expression in children, boosting confidence.
Starring Carmen!
Anika Aldamuy Denise, Lorena Alvarez Gomez, 2017
Thank You, Mom and Dad
Ruth Anderson Lawler, Ramie Quintana, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family bonds and parental love.
Enhances gratitude and emotional expression in children.
Simple language, accessible to early readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate young audiences.
Thank You, Mom and Dad
Ruth Anderson Lawler, Ramie Quintana, 2015
Award winning
The Choo Choo of Emotions
Mj Flockhart, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional awareness through engaging train adventures.
Illustrations captivate and maintain young readers' attention.
Encourages understanding and expression of varied emotions.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Choo Choo of Emotions
Mj Flockhart, 2023
Award winning
Loneliness
Meg Gaertner, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding of others' feelings.
Supports young readers in exploring complex emotions.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
