Books like Augustine
Award winning
Scaredy Squirrel
Mélanie Watt, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses fear and anxiety with humor and creativity.
Encourages adventurousness and overcoming personal challenges.
Engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Strengthens understanding of safety and independence.
Scaredy Squirrel
Mélanie Watt, 2009
Award winning
You're Finally Here!
Mélanie Watt, Maelanie Watt, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous story captivates children's attention.
Illustrates importance of patience and presence.
Encourages emotional understanding and empathy.
Appealing for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
You're Finally Here!
Mélanie Watt, Maelanie Watt, 2011
Stella Díaz to the Rescue
Angela Dominguez, 2023
208
Why to read
Engaging adventure promotes empathy and courageousness.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Supports language skills and self-expression development.
Stella Díaz to the Rescue
Angela Dominguez, 2023
Award winning
Juana & Lucas: Muchos Changes
Juana Medina, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative explores adapting to new life situations.
Showcases resilience and personal growth in young Juana.
Cultural insights enrich understanding and inclusivity.
Enhances language skills with Spanish vocabulary integration.
Juana & Lucas: Muchos Changes
Juana Medina, 2023
Award winning
Brave Molly
Brooke Boynton-Hughes, 2019
48 pages
Why to read
Courageously tackles overcoming fears, ideal for young readers.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhancing emotional connection.
Supports emotional development and resilience in children.
Encourages empathy and understanding through Molly's journey.
Brave Molly
Brooke Boynton-Hughes, 2019
Award winning
Drawn Together
Minh Lê, 2020
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and multigenerational bonding.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Emphasizes communication through art and storytelling.
Promotes mutual understanding and respect.
Drawn Together
Minh Lê, 2020
Award winning
Get Well, Eva
Rebecca Elliott, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional resilience and empathy development.
Encourages understanding of illness and recovery.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Supports language and emotional literacy skills.
Get Well, Eva
Rebecca Elliott, 2022
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.
