Books like Mittens:
Award winning
Growing Our Hearts: New Baby, New Groove
Alishea Jurado, Frank Jurado, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores sibling dynamics with warmth and empathy.
Illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of family changes.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.
Growing Our Hearts: New Baby, New Groove
Alishea Jurado, Frank Jurado, 2023
Award winning
My Gift for You
V Moua, 2023
43 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story teaches kindness and thoughtfulness.
Simple, engaging text suitable for young readers.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Encourages empathy and generosity in children.
My Gift for You
V Moua, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Mallory Mouse: From Foster Care to Adoption
Laura Khoury, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights themes of love, acceptance, and family bonds.
Empowers children facing life transitions and new environments.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards diverse life experiences.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
The Tale of Mallory Mouse: From Foster Care to Adoption
Laura Khoury, 2023
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
Tía Fortuna's New Home: A Jewish Cuban Journey
Ruth Behar, Devon Holzwarth, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Explores themes of adaptation and resilience.
Strengthens family bonds through shared history.
Enhances empathy and understanding across cultures.
Tía Fortuna's New Home: A Jewish Cuban Journey
Ruth Behar, Devon Holzwarth, 2022
Award winning
Santa in the City
Tiffany D. Jackson, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic of Christmas in an urban setting.
Encourages belief in oneself and the spirit of giving.
Addresses diversity and inclusion through relatable storytelling.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading moments.
Santa in the City
Tiffany D. Jackson, 2021
Award winning
My Dad is a Tree
Jon Agee, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores unique family relationships creatively.
Encourages understanding of diversity and acceptance.
Stimulates imagination with whimsical illustrations.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
My Dad is a Tree
Jon Agee, 2023
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
