Books like Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat
Award winning
Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Black Boy
Tony Medina, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and cultural identity.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Encourages appreciation of poetry and creative expression.
Strengthens familial bonds through shared reading.
Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Black Boy
Tony Medina, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2018
Award winning
In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Folami Abiade, Carole Boston Weatherford, Dinah Johnson, Various Poets, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates African American fathers through engaging poetry.
Enhances understanding of diverse familial experiences.
Strengthens father-child relationships with heartwarming stories.
Supports emotional and social development for children.
In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Folami Abiade, Carole Boston Weatherford, Dinah Johnson, Various Poets, 1997
Award winning
I Am Frida Kahlo: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through Frida Kahlo’s unique story.
Encourages self-expression and embracing individuality.
Highlights resilience overcoming personal and physical challenges.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and narrative.
I Am Frida Kahlo: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2021
Award winning
Pocket Bios: Vincent van Gogh
Al Berenger, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrated introduction to Van Gogh's life and works.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Simplified biography suitable for early learners' comprehension.
Inspires curiosity about historical figures and art history.
Pocket Bios: Vincent van Gogh
Al Berenger, 2019
Award winning
Art Is Life: The Life of Artist Keith Haring
Tami Lewis Brown, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity and expression through Keith Haring's life.
Inspires children to appreciate and engage in art.
Teaches importance of perseverance and vision in arts.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual learning and interest.
Art Is Life: The Life of Artist Keith Haring
Tami Lewis Brown, 2020
Award winning
The Met Faith Ringgold: Narrating the World in Pattern and Colour
Sharna Jackson, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly illustrates cultural history through art and storytelling.
Enhances visual literacy and appreciation for diverse narratives.
Encourages creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Supports learning about resilience and cultural identity.
The Met Faith Ringgold: Narrating the World in Pattern and Colour
Sharna Jackson, 2021
Award winning
Frida: Frida Kahlo: A Bilingual Book in English and Spanish
Marisa Boan, 2021
29 pages
Why to read
Bilingual English-Spanish narrative enhances language skills.
Introduces Frida Kahlo’s inspiring life and artwork.
Supports cultural awareness and diversity.
Encourages artistic expression and creativity.
Frida: Frida Kahlo: A Bilingual Book in English and Spanish
Marisa Boan, 2021
Award winning
Viva Frida
Yuyi Morales, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, imaginative exploration of artist Frida Kahlo's life.
Stunning visuals complement simple, poetic text.
Encourages creativity and self-expression in children.
Bilingual text enriches language development.
