Books like Playing the Cards You're Dealt
If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period
Gennifer Choldenko, 2007
216 pages
Why to read
Addresses important themes like friendship and identity.
Encourages understanding of social and personal challenges.
Suitable for middle schoolers' emotional and social development.
Engaging narrative that enhances empathetic skills.
If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period
Gennifer Choldenko, 2007
Award winning
Just For You!: The Two Tyrones
Wade Hudson, Wayne Hudson, Mark Page, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases friendship, cooperation between two characters.
Encourages understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Stimulates imagination through engaging storytelling.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
Just For You!: The Two Tyrones
Wade Hudson, Wayne Hudson, Mark Page, 2004
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, Kaylani Juanita, 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.
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, Kaylani Juanita, 2022
Award winning
Sharon, keep your hair on
Gillian Rubinstein, David Mackintosh, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and creativity in young readers.
Addresses problem solving through engaging storylines.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports language development and enriches vocabulary.
Sharon, keep your hair on
Gillian Rubinstein, David Mackintosh, 1996
Award winning
Lizzy's Ups and Downs
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional resilience and navigating life changes.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Supports emotional development with engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.
Lizzy's Ups and Downs
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2004
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
Benny Beats His Shyness: Kids and Parents Overcoming Social Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, Vidya Lalgudi Jaishankar, 2021
50 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming social anxiety with relatable situations.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports emotional development and self-confidence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.
Benny Beats His Shyness: Kids and Parents Overcoming Social Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, Vidya Lalgudi Jaishankar, 2021
Award winning
TJ Zaps the New Kid: Stopping a Social Bully (TJ Trapper, Bully Zapper) (Tj Trapper Bully Zapper, 1)
Lisa Mullarkey, Gary LaCoste, 2012
80 pages
Why to read
Addresses real-life issue: Social bullying in schools.
Empowers children with proactive bullying solutions.
Engaging story that fosters empathy and understanding.
Ideal for family discussion on kindness and respect.
