Books like Our Favorite Day of the Year
Award winning
All Are Welcome
Alexandra Penfold, Suzanne Kaufman, 2018
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity.
Encourages empathy and acceptance of differences.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Supports social and emotional development.
All Are Welcome
Alexandra Penfold, Suzanne Kaufman, 2018
Award winning
Our Celebración!
Susan Middleton Elya, Ana Aranda, Cynthia de Pando, Random House Audio, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and enhance visual learning.
Introduces cultural diversity through festive storytelling.
Rhyming text supports phonetic awareness and literacy.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading sessions.
Our Celebración!
Susan Middleton Elya, Ana Aranda, Cynthia de Pando, Random House Audio, 2023
Little Drummer Girls (Sweet Valley Kids)
Francine Pascal, Marcy Dunn Ramsey, 1998
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks creativity and musical interest.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship values.
Encourages persistence and overcoming challenges.
Ideal for joint reading sessions, enhancing bonds.
Little Drummer Girls (Sweet Valley Kids)
Francine Pascal, Marcy Dunn Ramsey, 1998
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, Raúl The Third, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, Raúl The Third, 2021
Award winning
Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House
Peter Brown, Haven Kimmel, 2010
160 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family dynamics and friendship.
Encourages resilience and creativity in children.
Engaging narrative that captures young readers' attention.
Supports emotional development and understanding.
Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House
Peter Brown, Haven Kimmel, 2010
Award winning
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, Charles G. Esperanza, Sullivan Jones, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family traditions through cooking and sharing meals.
Strengthen bonds with intergenerational, culturally rich storytelling.
Enhances understanding of community and togetherness.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging, heartwarming narrative.
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, Charles G. Esperanza, Sullivan Jones, 2021
Award winning
OFF TO GRANDMA'S HOUSE FOR TURKEY DAY: A Thanksgiving Story. Maiya unwillingly goes to Grandma's house for Thanksgiving and realizes the importance of family, love, and time.
Martina Snowden-Harrison, 2021
38 pages
Why to read
Highlights family values and togetherness.
Captivates with engaging storytelling.
Encourages appreciation for family gatherings.
Supports emotional and social development.
OFF TO GRANDMA'S HOUSE FOR TURKEY DAY: A Thanksgiving Story. Maiya unwillingly goes to Grandma's house for Thanksgiving and realizes the importance of family, love, and time.
Martina Snowden-Harrison, 2021
Award winning
Where Will I Live?
Rosemary Mccarney, 2017
24 pages
Why to read
Highlights global child refugee crisis sensitively.
Encourages empathy and awareness in young readers.
Stunning photographs depict real children's stories.
Supports development of global perspective and compassion.
