Books like My Early Surprise: A Bedtime Story For Preemies
Award winning
Char Bear Keeps Dancing
Kate Kostolansky, Christina Briscoe Abath, Christopher Yuskaitis, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages perseverance and resilience through dance.
Supports emotional development and self-expression.
Fun, rhythmic storytelling captivates young readers.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Char Bear Keeps Dancing
Kate Kostolansky, Christina Briscoe Abath, Christopher Yuskaitis, 2023
Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Lenny Henry's rise to fame
Encourages perseverance and chasing dreams
Highlights importance of diversity and inclusivity
Engaging and educational read for young children

Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
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
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and family bonds.
Encourages resilience and embracing individuality.
Illustrates the beauty of Hijab and tradition.
Inspiring tale, ideal for developing empathy.

The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.

Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
The Quickest Bedtime Story Ever!
Louise Fitzgerald, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Swift, engaging narrative ideal for bedtime.
Encourages quick, imaginative thinking in children.
Soothing, rhythmic language aids in relaxation.
Perfect length to maintain young attention spans.

The Quickest Bedtime Story Ever!
Louise Fitzgerald, 2024
Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horáček, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming fears with engaging storytelling.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages emotional development and resilience in kids.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horáček, 2025
Award winning
Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Explores open adoption through engaging, heartfelt narrative.
Highlights themes of love, family diversity, and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports conversations about different family structures.

