Books like The Boys' Guide to Growing Up
That Time of the Month: A Girl's Guide to Starting Your Period
Rosie Kessous, Arianna Vettraino, 2022
192 pages
Why to read
Empowers young girls with essential menstrual health knowledge.
Addresses bodily changes with sensitivity and clarity.
Boosts confidence and prepares girls for puberty challenges.
Encourages open, honest family conversations about growth.

That Time of the Month: A Girl's Guide to Starting Your Period
Rosie Kessous, Arianna Vettraino, 2022
Award winning
Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and empowerment for young Black boys.
Nurtures self-identity and self-worth in children.
Inspires resilience and ambition through relatable storytelling.
Supports developmental growth in empathy and emotional intelligence.

Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, 2022
Black Boy, Rise
Mike G. Gaskins, 2025
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers young Black boys through inspiring stories.
Fosters self-confidence and resilience in readers.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Ideal for bonding over meaningful storytelling.

Black Boy, Rise
Mike G. Gaskins, 2025
Salat in Secret
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Promotes cultural understanding and religious awareness.
Enhances empathy through diverse character representation.
Encourages respect for personal beliefs and practices.
Supports inclusive and global perspectives in young readers.

Salat in Secret
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, 2023
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
All the Greatness in You
Tameka Fryer Brown, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children to recognize their unique potential.
Inspires confidence and self-esteem through engaging storytelling.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Ideal for fostering parent-child discussions on aspirations.

All the Greatness in You
Tameka Fryer Brown, 2024
The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding among readers.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.
Ideal for collaborative parent-child reading sessions.

The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
Award winning
Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Indigenous culture with vibrant storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of cultural diversity.
Supports identity and self-esteem in Indigenous children.
Engaging and educational for all young readers.

