Books like My Bonus Mom!: Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Award winning
Grandmas Are Lovely
Meredith Costain, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the special bond between grandmas and grandchildren.
Encourages appreciation for family and intergenerational relationships.
Warm illustrations enhance engaging, heartfelt storyline.
Ideal read for shared moments with loved ones.

Grandmas Are Lovely
Meredith Costain, 2020
Award winning
My Two Border Towns
David Bowles, Erika Meza, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly portrays bicultural experiences and family bonds.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse communities.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complement the heartfelt narrative.
Supports bilingual language development and cultural appreciation.

My Two Border Towns
David Bowles, Erika Meza, 2021
Award winning
Taking Care of Mommy
Sophia Lani Ocampo, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy and understanding in young readers.
Highlights significance of family care and support.
Engaging storytelling with emotional depth.
Encourages role reversal and perspective-taking.

Taking Care of Mommy
Sophia Lani Ocampo, 2023
Award winning
The Spice Box
Meera Sriram, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations enhance cultural understanding.
Promotes diversity and inclusivity through captivating stories.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages curiosity about world cultures and traditions.

The Spice Box
Meera Sriram, 2024
Award winning
Love You, My Little Sister
Hasitha, Sandunika, Hasitha and Sandunika, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Strengthens sibling relationships through charming storytelling.
Illustrates loving family dynamics, boosting emotional development.
Encourages compassion and empathy among young readers.
Simple, engaging language ideal for early readers.

Love You, My Little Sister
Hasitha, Sandunika, Hasitha and Sandunika, 2023
Award winning
Big Brother, Little Brother: A Sibling Connection Book
Dana M. Wilson, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Strengthens sibling bonds through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between brothers.
Enhances social skills with real-life relationship insights.
Fun, heartwarming read for young children.

Big Brother, Little Brother: A Sibling Connection Book
Dana M. Wilson, 2023
Award winning
The Invisible String Backpack
Patrice Karst, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of connection and emotional resilience.
Supports understanding of invisible bonds in relationships.
Encourages discussions on feelings and comfort.
Ideal for shared reading and bonding.

The Invisible String Backpack
Patrice Karst, 2023
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.

