Books like Hair Don't Care!
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of change and personal growth.
Encourages children to embrace new experiences.
Supports development of self-confidence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Kinks and Curls: A Tale of Self-Love
Abbey Campbell Cook, Nardia Campbell Spence, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-acceptance.
Encourages positive self-image and confidence.
Engaging storyline with vibrant illustrations.
Ideal for enhancing parent-child discussions about individuality.
Kinks and Curls: A Tale of Self-Love
Abbey Campbell Cook, Nardia Campbell Spence, 2023
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
Award winning
Beautifully Me
Laelyn Raybon, Brandon Wayne Raybon Sr., 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-love and body positivity in children.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual engagement.
Encourages acceptance and diversity discussions.
Supports emotional and social development.
Beautifully Me
Laelyn Raybon, Brandon Wayne Raybon Sr., 2021
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.
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
The Case of Makhan Singh's Smelly Lunch
J Heir, 2022
122 pages
Why to read
Culturally rich storyline enhances global awareness.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diversity.
Supports social skills development through relatable scenarios.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
The Case of Makhan Singh's Smelly Lunch
J Heir, 2022
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.
