Books like Stretch Your Confidence
Award winning
I Am Courage: A Book of Resilience
Susan Verde, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children with stories of resilience and bravery.
Illustrates overcoming challenges through courage and confidence.
Encourages personal growth and self-belief in young readers.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.

I Am Courage: A Book of Resilience
Susan Verde, 2021
Award winning
How to Write a Poem
Kwame Alexander, Melissa Sweet, Deanna Nikaido, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and expression through poetry.
Teaches poetic forms and techniques, educational.
Encourages children's confidence in writing.
Fun, interactive reading for family bonding.

How to Write a Poem
Kwame Alexander, Melissa Sweet, Deanna Nikaido, 2023
Award winning
Believe in Yourself: A-Z Affirmations for Kids
Abbey Campbell Cook, Tiffany Campbell, 2023
59 pages
Why to read
Boosts self-esteem through positive affirmations.
Enhances vocabulary with A-Z structure.
Encourages emotional resilience in young minds.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Believe in Yourself: A-Z Affirmations for Kids
Abbey Campbell Cook, Tiffany Campbell, 2023
Award winning
A Is for Ambitious
Meena Harris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages ambition through engaging storytelling.
Characters exemplify perseverance and goal setting.
Enhances vocabulary and literacy skills.
Stimulates discussions on aspirations and achievements.

A Is for Ambitious
Meena Harris, 2023
Award winning
The Case of Makhan Singh's Smelly Lunch
J Heir, 2022
122 pages
Why to read
Culturally rich storyline enhances global awareness.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diversity.
Supports social skills development through relatable scenarios.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

The Case of Makhan Singh's Smelly Lunch
J Heir, 2022
Award winning
Beautifully Me
Laelyn Raybon, Brandon Wayne Raybon Sr., 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-love and body positivity in children.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual engagement.
Encourages acceptance and diversity discussions.
Supports emotional and social development.

Beautifully Me
Laelyn Raybon, Brandon Wayne Raybon Sr., 2021
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
Fearless: 21 Affirmations to Build Confident, Courageous, Bold Girls
Shavon Leblanc, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls with affirmations for confidence and courage.
Addresses common childhood fears with positive reinforcement.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over shared reading time.
Supports emotional and social development effectively.

