Books like All the Greatness in You
Award winning
The Unwelcome Surprise
Olga Herrera, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline encourages curiosity and exploration.
Characters face challenges, teaching resilience and empathy.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through enjoyable narrative.

The Unwelcome Surprise
Olga Herrera, 2023
My Family, Your Family: Let's Talk About Relatives, Love and Belonging
Laura Henry-Allain, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family, love, and belonging inclusively.
Enhances understanding of diverse family structures and relationships.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in young readers.
Bright illustrations complement engaging, heartfelt narrative.

My Family, Your Family: Let's Talk About Relatives, Love and Belonging
Laura Henry-Allain, 2023
Award winning
I Knew You Could Do It!
Tillman Nancy, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages perseverance and self-confidence in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children's imagination.
Instills the value of support and encouragement.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

I Knew You Could Do It!
Tillman Nancy, 2022
You Are Life
Hannah Li, Bao Phi, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-discovery and personal growth.
Illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for family bonding through reading.

You Are Life
Hannah Li, Bao Phi, 2022
The abilities in me: Down Syndrome
Gemma Keir, 2020
28 pages
Why to read
Promotes understanding and acceptance of Down Syndrome.
Empowers children through representation and positive stories.
Enhances empathy and inclusivity among young readers.
Warm, engaging narrative that supports cognitive development.

The abilities in me: Down Syndrome
Gemma Keir, 2020
Award winning
Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor
Lucy Brandt, 2021
208 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with inventive protagonist, Leonora.
Encourages exploration of science and engineering concepts.
Builds resilience through problem-solving adventures.
Engages kids with humor and captivating illustrations.

Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor
Lucy Brandt, 2021
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.

The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Indigenous culture with vibrant storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of cultural diversity.
Supports identity and self-esteem in Indigenous children.
Engaging and educational for all young readers.

