Books like Leo & Lea
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
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
My Grandfather's Song Book
Huỳnh Kim Liên, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Beautifully illustrated, celebrating Vietnamese culture and heritage.
Strengthens bonds with grandparent through shared stories.
Encourages musical interest and historical curiosity.
Engaging tale fostering emotional and cognitive growth.
My Grandfather's Song Book
Huỳnh Kim Liên, 2023
Award winning
Your Name Is a Song
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2020
45 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through melodic storytelling.
Encourages respect and pride in personal names.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding.
