Books like She Persisted: Pura Belpré
Award winning
She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, Alexandra Boiger, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Justice Sonia Sotomayor's real-life story.
Encourages perseverance and determination in young readers.
Highlights the importance of education and ambition.
Empowering narrative fosters confidence and resilience.
She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, Alexandra Boiger, 2021
Award winning
Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
Meg Medina, Sonia Sanchez, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship during life-changing events.
Highlights emotional resilience and adaptation.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Illustrates diverse experiences and communities.
Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
Meg Medina, Sonia Sanchez, 2020
Award winning
Welcome to the Big Kids Club: What Every Older Sibling Needs to Know!
Chelsea Clinton, Tania de Regil, Listening Library, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Guides siblings on embracing new family dynamics.
Offers strategies to manage jealousy and share attention.
Encourages empathy and responsibility in older siblings.
Warm illustrations, engaging narrative.
Welcome to the Big Kids Club: What Every Older Sibling Needs to Know!
Chelsea Clinton, Tania de Regil, Listening Library, 2022
Award winning
Grandma's Gardens
Chelsea Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Carme Lemniscates, Hillary Clinton, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the bond between grandchild and grandparent.
Teaches the importance of nature and patience.
Encourages stewardship of the environment.
Illustrations complement and enhance the storytelling.
Grandma's Gardens
Chelsea Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Carme Lemniscates, Hillary Clinton, 2020
Award winning
Don't Let Them Disappear: 12 Endangered Species Across the Globe
Chelsea Clinton, Gianna Marino, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Raises awareness about endangered species worldwide.
Encourages environmental responsibility in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging text.
Supports development of empathy and conservation values.
Don't Let Them Disappear: 12 Endangered Species Across the Globe
Chelsea Clinton, Gianna Marino, 2019
Award winning
Justice Rising: 12 Amazing Black Women in the Civil Rights Movement
Katheryn Russell-Brown, Kim Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights influential Black women in civil rights history.
Encourages empowerment, equality awareness in young readers.
Inspires with real stories of courage and leadership.
Supports discussions on justice and societal impact.
Justice Rising: 12 Amazing Black Women in the Civil Rights Movement
Katheryn Russell-Brown, Kim Holt, 2023
Coretta Scott
Ntozake Shange, Kadir Nelson, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates Coretta Scott King’s inspiring, impactful life.
Empowers children with themes of equality and justice.
Vibrant illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Encourages discussions on history and civil rights.
Coretta Scott
Ntozake Shange, Kadir Nelson, 2008
Award winning
28 Days: Moments in Black History That Changed the World
Charles R. Smith Jr., Shane W. Evans, Dion Graham, Carter Woodson Redwood, January Lavoy, Jonathan Earl Peck, 2015
56 pages
Why to read
Chronicles pivotal historical events in an engaging manner.
Encourages appreciation of diversity and cultural heritage.
Stimulates conversations about social justice and equality.
Supports history education in a child-friendly format.
