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Happy Finds Her Calm: A Lesson in Self-Control (The Daystar Dogs)
Sissy Goff, David Thomas, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches practical calming skills.
Adorable therapy dog hero.
Clear emotional vocabulary.
Encourages parent-child dialogue.

Happy Finds Her Calm: A Lesson in Self-Control (The Daystar Dogs)
Sissy Goff, David Thomas, 2025
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.

I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Salat in Secret
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Promotes cultural understanding and religious awareness.
Enhances empathy through diverse character representation.
Encourages respect for personal beliefs and practices.
Supports inclusive and global perspectives in young readers.

Salat in Secret
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2023
Award winning
What Are Your Words?: A Book About Pronouns
Katherine Locke, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explores identity through creative use of pronouns.
Encourages respect and understanding of diverse identities.
Supports language development and personal expression.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

What Are Your Words?: A Book About Pronouns
Katherine Locke, 2021
Award winning
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity and self-expression through illustration.
Inspires overcoming dyslexia with relatable protagonist.
Encourages perseverance and individuality for young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in storytelling.

Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
Award winning
A Little SPOT of Anger: A Story About Managing BIG Emotions (Inspire to Create A Better You!)
Diane Alber, Rose Rossner, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches kids to manage anger through captivating storytelling.
Characters demonstrate effective emotional regulation strategies.
Supports child development in self-awareness and empathy.
Ideal for engaging parent-child discussions on emotions.

A Little SPOT of Anger: A Story About Managing BIG Emotions (Inspire to Create A Better You!)
Diane Alber, Rose Rossner, 2024
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.

Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
Mama's Sleeping Scarf
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of comfort, love, and maternal bonds.
Vibrant illustrations enhance the storytelling experience.
Encourages emotional development and empathetic understanding.
Ideal for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.

