Books like The Good Braider
Award winning
The Cat Who Liked Potato Soup
Terry Farish, 2003
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating story of friendship and simple pleasures.
Encourages appreciation of companionship and routine.
Enhances language skills through playful narrative.
Strengthen family bonds with shared reading moments.
The Cat Who Liked Potato Soup
Terry Farish, 2003
Award winning
Bintou's Braids
Sylvianne Diouf, 2001
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and personal identity.
Enhances understanding of family and community roles.
Supports self-esteem and acceptance through personal growth.
Provides vibrant visuals and engaging storytelling.
Bintou's Braids
Sylvianne Diouf, 2001
A Tale of Two Daddies
Vanita Oelschlager, 2010
42 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures with warmth.
Enhances understanding of acceptance and equality.
Stimulates conversations on different family dynamics.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging narrative.
A Tale of Two Daddies
Vanita Oelschlager, 2010
Award winning
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and family bonds.
Encourages self-expression and confidence through relatable storytelling.
Illustrations enhance comprehension and engagement.
Supports emotional development and inclusivity.
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
Award winning
J.D. and the Family Business: J.D. the Kid Barber
J. Dillard, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Inspires entrepreneurship and personal responsibility in young readers.
Enhances understanding of family dynamics and support.
Encourages creativity and innovation through engaging narrative.
Supports developmental milestones in decision-making and independence.
J.D. and the Family Business: J.D. the Kid Barber
J. Dillard, 2021
The King with Horse's Ears: Independent Reading White 10
Damian Harvey, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with a whimsical, enchanting storyline.
Encourages empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Enhances problem-solving with engaging plot twists.
Supports independent reading skills development.
The King with Horse's Ears: Independent Reading White 10
Damian Harvey, 2021
Award winning
Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut
Derrick Barnes, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates confidence, culture, and self-esteem in young boys.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and retain children's attention.
Supports emotional development and promotes diversity.
Perfect for family bonding and shared reading experiences.
Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut
Derrick Barnes, 2017
Award winning
I Am Frida Kahlo: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through Frida Kahlo’s unique story.
Encourages self-expression and embracing individuality.
Highlights resilience overcoming personal and physical challenges.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and narrative.
