Books like The Turtle of Michigan
My Heart is a Poem
Jane Doe, Mandy Coe, Debjani Chatterjee, Laura Mucha, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Nurtures emotional intelligence through poetic storytelling.
Encourages creative expression and vocabulary expansion.
Supports developmental milestones in reading and comprehension.
Fosters empathy and self-awareness in young readers.
My Heart is a Poem
Jane Doe, Mandy Coe, Debjani Chatterjee, Laura Mucha, 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
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
352 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of LGBTQ+ community.
Develops empathy through engaging storytelling.
Inspires adventure and family bonding.
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
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
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
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Award winning
Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
Patrice Lawrence, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captures historical journey of the Windrush generation.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Stimulates discussions on heritage and immigration.
Engaging storytelling by award-winning author Patrice Lawrence.
Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
Patrice Lawrence, 2023
Award winning
Tomatoes in My Lunchbox
Costantia Manoli, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Enhances empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional development with relatable migration theme.
Encourages family discussion on identity and belonging.
