Books like Straighten Your Crown: You're the Daughter of a King
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
Award winning
Words Between Us
Angela Pham Krans, 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, 2023
Award winning
The Secret Society of Aunts & Uncles
Jake Gyllenhaal, Greta Caruso, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks imagination and creativity.
Highlights importance of family bonds and collaboration.
Develops critical thinking through engaging mystery elements.
Characters display resilience and resourcefulness, teaching valuable lessons.
The Secret Society of Aunts & Uncles
Jake Gyllenhaal, Greta Caruso, 2023
Award winning
Black Girls
Dominique Furukawa, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and empowerment of black girls.
Encourages self-love and confidence in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations enhance storytelling and engagement.
Supports emotional development and understanding.
Black Girls
Dominique Furukawa, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
