Books like In Lucia's Neighborhood
Award winning
Paletero Man
Lucky Diaz, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, culturally rich illustrations enhance engagement.
Encourages understanding of diverse communities and heritage.
Stimulates language development through rhythmic, lyrical text.
Supports social and emotional learning.
Paletero Man
Lucky Diaz, 2021
Award winning
Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates enduring friendships with engaging storytelling.
Teaches empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Encourages emotional development and social skills.
Supports literacy growth with compelling, easy-to-follow text.
Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, 2022
Award winning
All Are Neighbors
Alexandra Penfold, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity, teaches acceptance and inclusivity.
Engaging storyline that fosters empathy and understanding.
Encourages community building and friendship among children.
Vibrant illustrations complement powerful, positive messages.
All Are Neighbors
Alexandra Penfold, 2022
Award winning
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant journey through the colorful streets of Havana.
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
Rich cultural immersion that fosters global awareness.
Engaging narrative that builds relatability and empathy.
All the Way to Havana
Mike Curato, Margarita Engle, 2023
Award winning
Everybody Has a Body
Molli Jackson Ehlert, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding and appreciation of body diversity.
Supports early development of self-esteem and confidence.
Illustrations engage children, enhance visual learning.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Everybody Has a Body
Molli Jackson Ehlert, 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
¡Vamos! Let's Cross the Bridge
Raúl The Third, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, dynamic illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Cultural exploration enriches children’s global awareness and understanding.
Supports language development with bilingual English-Spanish text.
Encourages adventure and curiosity in everyday settings.
¡Vamos! Let's Cross the Bridge
Raúl The Third, 2021
Award winning
Where Thuong Keeps Love
Thu Buu, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of family love and bonding.
Illustrates the importance of cultural heritage.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
