Books like Boys Will be Human
Award winning
Who Are Your People?
Bakari Sellers, Reggie Brown, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of community and belonging.
Encourages understanding of diverse backgrounds.
Supports emotional and social development.
Illustrated, engaging narrative for young readers.
Who Are Your People?
Bakari Sellers, Reggie Brown, 2024
Award winning
Hey You!
Dapo Adeola, Alyissa Johnson, Sharee Miller, Reggie Brown, Onyinye Iwu, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Diane Ewen, Chante Timothy, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers and uplifts with diverse, positive representation.
Engages young minds with vibrant, expressive illustrations.
Encourages self-identity and confidence in children.
Interactive narrative fosters parent-child bonding.
Hey You!
Dapo Adeola, Alyissa Johnson, Sharee Miller, Reggie Brown, Onyinye Iwu, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Diane Ewen, Chante Timothy, 2021
Award winning
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity and acceptance through engaging story.
Boosts empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages self-confidence and celebrating differences.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
Award winning
Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, Ken Daley, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and empowerment for young Black boys.
Nurtures self-identity and self-worth in children.
Inspires resilience and ambition through relatable storytelling.
Supports developmental growth in empathy and emotional intelligence.
Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, Ken Daley, 2022
Clash With The Lash
Pat Hatt, Richie Williams, 2013
38 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale stimulates curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engages young readers with vibrant, dynamic characters.
Encourages resilience and bravery through storytelling.
Supports literacy skills with engaging narrative structure.
Clash With The Lash
Pat Hatt, Richie Williams, 2013
Award winning
Brown Is Warm, Black Is Bright
Sarah L. Thomson, Keith Mallett, 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.
Brown Is Warm, Black Is Bright
Sarah L. Thomson, Keith Mallett, 2022
Award winning
Dr. Laura Schlessinger's but I Waaannt It!
Laura C. Schlessinger, Daniel McFeeley, 2000
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches valuable lessons about patience and persistence.
Addresses temper tantrums in a relatable, humorous way.
Encourages healthy emotional expression and communication.
Engaging read for both children and parents.
Dr. Laura Schlessinger's but I Waaannt It!
Laura C. Schlessinger, Daniel McFeeley, 2000
Eight
Xist Publishing, 2019
21 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vivid illustrations and adventure.
Teaches counting and basic math skills interactively.
Encourages early number recognition and sequencing.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing bond with children.
