Books like Miss Quinces
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, Khoa Le, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, Khoa Le, 2023
Award winning
Call the Puffins!
Cath Howe, Ella Okstad, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale, enhancing imagination and creativity.
Characters model teamwork, compassion, and resilience.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Engages young readers with vivid illustrations.
Call the Puffins!
Cath Howe, Ella Okstad, 2023
Award winning
Call Me Max
Kyle Lukoff, Luciano Lozano, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of identity and acceptance.
Encourages discussions on diversity and inclusivity.
Supports understanding of personal and social identity.
Illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Call Me Max
Kyle Lukoff, Luciano Lozano, 2019
Dreams
Jelena Jordanovic-Lewis, Tom Story, 2017
30 pages
Why to read
Enriches creativity through vibrant, dream-inspired illustrations.
Fosters emotional understanding and self-expression in children.
Encourages aspiration by exploring limitless possibilities in dreams.
Supports language development and narrative skills.
Dreams
Jelena Jordanovic-Lewis, Tom Story, 2017
Award winning
Grace and Family
Mary Hoffman, Caroline Binch, 1995
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family dynamics and belonging.
Strengthens cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Encourages empathy and emotional literacy in children.
Engaging narrative that fosters a love for reading.
Grace and Family
Mary Hoffman, Caroline Binch, 1995
Award winning
Kinks and Curls: A Tale of Self-Love
Abbey Campbell Cook, Nardia Campbell Spence, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-acceptance.
Encourages positive self-image and confidence.
Engaging storyline with vibrant illustrations.
Ideal for enhancing parent-child discussions about individuality.
Kinks and Curls: A Tale of Self-Love
Abbey Campbell Cook, Nardia Campbell Spence, 2023
Award winning
We Are Here
Scott Weiss, Katie Williams, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusion effectively.
Enhances understanding of different cultures and perspectives.
Encourages empathy and social awareness in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
We Are Here
Scott Weiss, Katie Williams, 2022
Award winning
Hey You!
Sharee Miller, Diane Ewen, Dapo Adeola, Onyinye Iwu, Reggie Brown, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Alyissa Johnson, Chante Timothy, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers and uplifts with diverse, positive representation.
Engages young minds with vibrant, expressive illustrations.
Encourages self-identity and confidence in children.
Interactive narrative fosters parent-child bonding.
