Books like Mama Always Comes Home
Award winning
Who Goes There?
Karma Wilson, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a mysterious, interactive storytelling approach.
Fosters curiosity and deduction skills in young readers.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and friendship values.
Ideal for enhancing focus and cognitive development.

Who Goes There?
Karma Wilson, 2013
Award winning
Outside the Box
Karma Wilson, 2014
176 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.
Encourages independence and self-expression in children.
Engaging story that captivates and educates.
Ideal for improving reading skills and comprehension.

Outside the Box
Karma Wilson, 2014
Big Bear, Small Mouse
Karma Wilson, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Fun rhyme introduces size opposites.
Promotes empathy and inclusion.
Rich illustrations reward re-reading.
Great bedtime rhythm and flow.

Big Bear, Small Mouse
Karma Wilson, 2016
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
Lily Coyote's New Baby: An Adoption Story
Xander Martin, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family, love, and acceptance.
Addresses adoption with sensitivity and warmth.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging young children visually.

Lily Coyote's New Baby: An Adoption Story
Xander Martin, 2023
Award winning
Who Loves Mama?
Cathy J Schmidt, 2020
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the bond between mothers and children.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Engaging illustrations captivate and delight young readers.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Who Loves Mama?
Cathy J Schmidt, 2020
Award winning
The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
25 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story combining friendship with pet adoption.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards animals.
Enhances emotional development through relatable narrative.
Captivating illustrations engage and delight young readers.

The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
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.
