Books like Jumping the Broom
Award winning
Alicia's Happy Day
Meg Starr, 2001
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates multiculturalism and diverse family structures.
Boosts emotional intelligence and empathy.
Bright, colorful illustrations capture children's attention.
Encourages positive social interactions and friendship values.
Alicia's Happy Day
Meg Starr, 2001
Award winning
Vanished!: The Mysterious Disappearance of Amelia Earhart (Step into Reading: Step 4)
Monica Kulling, Ying-Hwa Hu, 1996
48 pages
Why to read
Exciting mystery about Amelia Earhart's legendary disappearance.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning.
Supports development of reading comprehension skills.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations.
Vanished!: The Mysterious Disappearance of Amelia Earhart (Step into Reading: Step 4)
Monica Kulling, Ying-Hwa Hu, 1996
Award winning
Sam and the Lucky Money
Karen Chinn, Ying-Hwa Hu, 1995
32 pages
Why to read
Exploration of cultural values and traditions.
Highlights importance of generosity and gratitude.
Engages young readers with vivid, colorful illustrations.
Supports comprehension of money management concepts.
Sam and the Lucky Money
Karen Chinn, Ying-Hwa Hu, 1995
Award winning
The Sweet Valley Cleanup Team (Sweet Valley Kids #27)
Francine Pascal, Molly Mia Stewart, Ying-Hwa Hu, 1992
68 pages
Why to read
Promotes teamwork and community involvement.
Encourages environmental awareness among young readers.
Engaging narrative boosts children's reading interest.
Highlights value of cooperation and friendship.
The Sweet Valley Cleanup Team (Sweet Valley Kids #27)
Francine Pascal, Molly Mia Stewart, Ying-Hwa Hu, 1992
Award winning
Just For You!: A Day With Daddy
Nikki Grimes, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates father-child bonding through fun activities.
Enhances emotional intelligence and family values.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Engaging illustrations capture children's imagination.
Just For You!: A Day With Daddy
Nikki Grimes, 2004
Award winning
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through language and family ties.
Enhances multilingual development in early childhood learning.
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social growth.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
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
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.
