Books like Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, Sònia Albert, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, Sònia Albert, 2023
Award winning
Lizzy's Ups and Downs
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional resilience and navigating life changes.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Supports emotional development with engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.
Lizzy's Ups and Downs
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2004
Award winning
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
116 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of belonging and identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
Award winning
It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, HarperAudio, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Captures challenges of being five with humor.
Encourages self-control and emotional regulation.
Supports developmental milestones in young children.
Engaging illustrations enhance comprehension and interest.
It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, HarperAudio, 2013
Award winning
Don't Let The Peas Touch
Timothy Basil Ering, Deborah Blumenthal, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Encourages healthy eating through playful storytelling.
Develops understanding of personal preferences and boundaries.
Creative illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Strengthens decision-making and conflict-resolution skills.
Don't Let The Peas Touch
Timothy Basil Ering, Deborah Blumenthal, 2004
Award winning
Lilly's Blueprints: A (IVF) Donor Conception Story for Single Moms By Choice
Sharon Leya, Janne Maru, 2022
30 pages
Why to read
Addresses IVF and donor conception topics gently.
Empowers single moms by choice with relatable narrative.
Fosters understanding of diverse family structures.
Promotes inclusivity and acceptance in young readers.
Lilly's Blueprints: A (IVF) Donor Conception Story for Single Moms By Choice
Sharon Leya, Janne Maru, 2022
Award winning
You Matter to Me
Doyin Richards, Robert Paul Jr, Macmillan Audio, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and the importance of relationships.
Supports social and emotional development in children.
Reassuring, affirming message that all kids matter.
You Matter to Me
Doyin Richards, Robert Paul Jr, Macmillan Audio, 2022
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, Eric Wilkerson, 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.
