Books like Hug Me
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
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and family bonds.
Encourages self-expression and confidence through relatable storytelling.
Illustrations enhance comprehension and engagement.
Supports emotional development and inclusivity.
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
Award winning
I Am Perfectly Designed
Karamo Brown, Jason Brown, Jason "Rachel" Brown, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-acceptance and familial love.
Boosts self-confidence through positive affirmations.
Colorful illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.
I Am Perfectly Designed
Karamo Brown, Jason Brown, Jason "Rachel" Brown, 2019
Award winning
Mixed: A Colorful Story
Arree Chung, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages unity and acceptance through vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Explores diversity and inclusivity in an accessible, child-friendly manner.
Stimulates discussions on equality and respect among young readers.
Supports emotional and social development in early childhood.
Mixed: A Colorful Story
Arree Chung, 2022
Help Me Be Me: A Children's Picture Book About Self-Love and Inclusion
Samantha Reynolds, 2023
46 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-acceptance and celebrates individuality.
Empowers kids to embrace diversity and inclusion.
Boosts self-esteem through positive messages.
Supports emotional and social development.
Help Me Be Me: A Children's Picture Book About Self-Love and Inclusion
Samantha Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming holiday story sparking festive spirit.
Encourages kindness and generous community values.
Engaging illustrations enhance visual literacy.
Ideal read for family bonding during holidays.
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
Award winning
Jo Jo Makoons: Snow Day
Dawn Quigley, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
Enhances empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Encourages resilience and resourcefulness in young readers.
Provides engaging, fun-filled educational content.
Jo Jo Makoons: Snow Day
Dawn Quigley, 2023
Award winning
Big Feelings
Alexandra Penfold, 2021
42 pages
Why to read
Navigates complex emotions with vivid, relatable storytelling.
Encourages understanding and managing big feelings effectively.
Supports emotional development with engaging scenarios.
Ideal for joint reading sessions, enhancing bond and comprehension.
