Books like I Wonder…Did Jesus Have a Pet Lamb?
Award winning
A Cote of Many Colors
Janette Oke, 1987
64 pages
Why to read
Vibrant story celebrating diversity and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging narrative fosters a love for reading.

A Cote of Many Colors
Janette Oke, 1987
Award winning
Bright Beginnings: Illustrated Bible Stories for Young Hearts
Gerard Ecker, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Captures classic Bible stories with vibrant illustrations.
Enhances moral development through age-appropriate biblical themes.
Supports early literacy and language skills.

Bright Beginnings: Illustrated Bible Stories for Young Hearts
Gerard Ecker, 2023
Award winning
Night Night Bible Stories: 30 Stories for Bedtime
Amy Parker, 2019
208 pages
Why to read
Promotes moral development and spiritual growth.
Enhances bedtime routines with calming, thoughtful stories.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading time.
Supports early literacy and language skills.

Night Night Bible Stories: 30 Stories for Bedtime
Amy Parker, 2019
Award winning
A House Board Book
Kevin Henkes, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Bright, colorful illustrations captivate young children's attention. - Simple, rhythmic text supports early language development. - Durable board book format withstands toddler handling. - Encourages visual and tactile exploration.

A House Board Book
Kevin Henkes, 2023
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
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
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Modern retelling enhances connection to historical spiritual song.
Stunning illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Fosters cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Encourages family discussions on faith and resilience.

Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
