Books like In the Small, Small Night
Award winning
Happy Belly, Happy Smile
Rachel Isadora, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through food and community.
Encourages healthy eating habits in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations that capture children's imagination.
Supports language development and reading skills.
Happy Belly, Happy Smile
Rachel Isadora, 2009
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
Award winning
Faraway Home
Jane Kurtz, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of adventure and belonging.
Stunning watercolor illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Faraway Home
Jane Kurtz, 2000
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
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
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and family bonds.
Encourages resilience and embracing individuality.
Illustrates the beauty of Hijab and tradition.
Inspiring tale, ideal for developing empathy.
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
Award winning
Too Small Tola
Atinuke, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Captures everyday challenges through Tola's resilient character.
Enhances cultural understanding and global awareness.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy and perseverance in young readers.
Too Small Tola
Atinuke, 2020
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.
