Books like Lots of Love
Award winning
Tell Them I Love Them
Joyce Meyer, Amy Andrews, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of love and compassion.
Addresses emotional development in children.
Inspires positive self-esteem and confidence.
Suitable for family reading and discussion.

Tell Them I Love Them
Joyce Meyer, Amy Andrews, 2021
Award winning
Grandma Snuggles
Glenys Nellist, Gail Yerrill, 2020
18 pages
Why to read
Celebrates special bond between grandmothers and grandchildren.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Instills values of love, comfort, and safety.
Fosters emotional development through relatable stories.

Grandma Snuggles
Glenys Nellist, Gail Yerrill, 2020
Award winning
Bare Tree and Little Wind: A Story for Holy Week
Mitali Perkins, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of hope and renewal.
Encourages empathy and understanding.
Supports spiritual growth and reflection.
Ideal for shared reading during Holy Week.

Bare Tree and Little Wind: A Story for Holy Week
Mitali Perkins, 2022
Award winning
God Speaks in Whispers
Mark Batterson, Summer Batterson Dailey, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages children to listen and recognize subtle messages.
Stimulates spiritual growth and awareness in young minds.
Supports understanding of abstract concepts through relatable stories.
Enhances connections with faith in a child-friendly manner.

God Speaks in Whispers
Mark Batterson, Summer Batterson Dailey, 2020
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.

Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Sometimes I Cry
Jess Townes, Daniel Miyares, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional expression through captivating storytelling.
Encourages emotional awareness and empathy in children.
Assures children that feeling sad is okay.
Supports developmental growth in understanding emotions.

Sometimes I Cry
Jess Townes, Daniel Miyares, 2023
Award winning
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family traditions through cooking and sharing meals.
Strengthen bonds with intergenerational, culturally rich storytelling.
Enhances understanding of community and togetherness.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging, heartwarming narrative.

