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Award winning
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
116 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of belonging and identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.

Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
Award winning
Chasing My Dreams
Julieta Cuellar, Anggi Rois, 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Inspires perseverance and following one's passions.
Addresses overcoming fears and challenges.
Encourages setting goals and achieving them.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.

Chasing My Dreams
Julieta Cuellar, Anggi Rois, 2023
Award winning
Words Between Us
Angela Pham Krans, Dung Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a lively and imaginative narrative.
Features relatable characters fostering emotional connection.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Enhances literacy through an enjoyable reading journey.

Words Between Us
Angela Pham Krans, Dung Ho, 2023
Award winning
Feeling All My Feelings
Kim T. S., Chel Labayo, 2021
76 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional intelligence through engaging storytelling.
Helps children understand and articulate their feelings.
Encourages empathy and interpersonal skills.
Vibrant illustrations complement the emotional learning.

Feeling All My Feelings
Kim T. S., Chel Labayo, 2021
Award winning
Bus Route to Boston
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid, engaging storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Strong, relatable characters enhance emotional connections.
Encourages understanding of diverse cultures and communities.
Promotes family bonding through shared reading moments.

Bus Route to Boston
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, 2009
Pick a Pet
Lucy Beech, Anna Chernyshova, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores decision-making through fun, engaging narrative.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy in children.
Encourages interactive reading between parents and children.
Vibrant illustrations stimulate visual learning and interest.

Pick a Pet
Lucy Beech, Anna Chernyshova, 2023
Award winning
The Airport Book
Lisa Brown, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Captures airport exploration through a child’s eyes.
Boosts understanding of travel processes and environments.
Encourages curiosity and knowledge about various cultures.
Supports language development and social awareness.

The Airport Book
Lisa Brown, 2016
Award winning
Until We Meet Again
Elizabeth Dallam-Ayoub, Gigi Dixon, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, resilience, and adventure.
Boosts emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Encourages resilience through relatable character challenges.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading sessions.
