Books like My Dad Is a DJ
Award winning
Your Name Is a Song
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2020
45 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through melodic storytelling.
Encourages respect and pride in personal names.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding.
Your Name Is a Song
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2020
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through musical and colorful storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and self-expression in children.
Supports developmental milestones with engaging narratives.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading times.
The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
I Am Mozart, Too
Audrey Ades, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through music-themed storytelling.
Highlights historical figures in an accessible way for kids.
Encourages musical interest and historical curiosity.
Supports development of identity and self-expression.
I Am Mozart, Too
Audrey Ades, 2022
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 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, 2023
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
Hello, Mister Blue
Daria Peoples, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through engaging storytelling.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy.
