Books like Happy Belly, Happy Smile
In the Small, Small Night
Jane Kurtz, Rachel Isadora, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Captures essence of childhood fears with grace and empathy.
Enhances understanding of African culture through vibrant storytelling.
Encourages family bonding and overcoming challenges together.
Ideal for nurturing empathy and emotional growth in children.
In the Small, Small Night
Jane Kurtz, Rachel Isadora, 2005
The Tortoise and the Hare: A West African Graphic Folktale
Siman Nuurali, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant West African setting enhances cultural knowledge.
Classic moral tale teaches perseverance and humility.
Engaging illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
The Tortoise and the Hare: A West African Graphic Folktale
Siman Nuurali, 2022
A Happy Place
Britta Teckentrup, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations capture children's imagination vividly.
Encourages emotional resilience and personal happiness.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
A Happy Place
Britta Teckentrup, 2023
Award winning
Makeda Makes a Birthday Treat
Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity with delightful birthday treat-making adventure.
Features relatable, diverse characters fostering inclusivity.
Encourages teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Engages young readers with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Makeda Makes a Birthday Treat
Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich, 2023
Award winning
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging, suspenseful narrative captivates young readers' attention.
Encourages creativity and curiosity through whimsical storytelling.
Illustrates problem-solving skills in a fun, approachable way.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention in young minds.
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through dynamic, relatable baby characters.
Engaging rhythmic text enhances phonetic awareness.
Stimulates early language development and social skills.
Bright illustrations captivate and maintain child's interest.
This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
Award winning
Gibberish
Young Vo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through playful, imaginative language.
Supports language development with engaging, quirky dialogues.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Builds vocabulary with unique and amusing wordplay.
