Books like Grandad Mandela
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
The Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela
E.L. Norry, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Chronicles Mandela's inspiring journey and leadership.
Teaches values of courage, resilience, and equality.
Supports empathy development and historical awareness.
Encourages discussions on justice and human rights.
The Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela
E.L. Norry, 2020
Award winning
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of Ketanji Brown Jackson's rise to success.
Highlights perseverance, ambition, and self-belief.
Educational content about the U.S. judicial system.
Empowers children to dream big and work hard.
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2023
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
Award winning
I Am John Lewis: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires civic engagement and social justice awareness.
Highlights perseverance and courage through relatable storytelling.
Encourages dialogue on equality and human rights.
Empowers children to be proactive citizens.
I Am John Lewis: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2023
Award winning
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Coretta Scott King's powerful life story.
Highlights themes of perseverance and social justice.
Educates on historical American civil rights movements.
Encourages discussions on equality and personal values.
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons, 2022
Award winning
The World Belonged to Us
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Captures joyful essence of childhood adventures.
Encourages teamwork and community building.
Enhances empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates imagination through vibrant storytelling.
The World Belonged to Us
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
