Books like Stupid Baby
Award winning
Ways to Grow Love
Renée Watson, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship, family, and self-discovery.
Encourages emotional growth and resilience in young readers.
Integrates everyday challenges with enriching life lessons.
Vibrant storytelling that captivates and educates.

Ways to Grow Love
Renée Watson, 2021
Award winning
The Cool Bean
Jory John, 2019
33 pages
Why to read
Showcases importance of kindness and self-confidence.
Encourages empathy and friendship among peers.
Humorous approach resonates with young readers.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.

The Cool Bean
Jory John, 2019
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4)
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through collaborative storytelling.
Enhances social skills and teamwork among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children.
Supports emotional development with relatable scenarios.

Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4)
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Family (Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit)
Mike Berenstain, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches valuable life lessons through relatable characters.
Enhances emotional intelligence and family bonding.
Supports moral development and decision-making skills.
Engaging narrative that captivates young readers.

Family (Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit)
Mike Berenstain, 2024
Award winning
Zahra's Blessing: A Ramadan Story
Shirin Shamsi, Manal Mirza, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of Ramadan through a child’s perspective.
Illustrates the importance of family and community during Ramadan.
Encourages empathy, generosity, and gratitude.
Enhances understanding of Islamic culture and traditions.

Zahra's Blessing: A Ramadan Story
Shirin Shamsi, Manal Mirza, 2022
Award winning
Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and mischievous adventures.
Encourages creative solutions to quirky problems.
Illustrates consequences of actions in a fun way.
Enhances vocabulary through lively and descriptive language.

Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
Award winning
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family traditions through cooking and sharing meals.
Strengthen bonds with intergenerational, culturally rich storytelling.
Enhances understanding of community and togetherness.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging, heartwarming narrative.

Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
Award winning
New Baby Coming, New Baby Here
Sheryl Smiley-Oliphant, 2020
36 pages
Why to read
Addresses sibling rivalry with warmth and understanding.
Encourages emotional development through family-centric storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with simple, impactful language.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering family bonds.

