Books like Waiting for Noel: An Advent Story
Award winning
The Sleeping Lady
Ann Dixon, 1994
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with captivating Alaskan folklore.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.
Encourages curiosity about different cultures and places.
Provides a soothing bedtime story atmosphere.
The Sleeping Lady
Ann Dixon, 1994
Award winning
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of change and personal growth.
Encourages children to embrace new experiences.
Supports development of self-confidence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
A Phone for Christmas
Talia Zales, Talia Zales Books LLC, 2022
31 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with innovative storytelling.
Addresses technology usage in a child-friendly manner.
Encourages communication skills and emotional growth.
Perfect blend of humor and valuable life lessons.
A Phone for Christmas
Talia Zales, Talia Zales Books LLC, 2022
Award winning
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates multicultural relationships and diverse family experiences.
Illustrates respect, love, and intergenerational bonds.
Enhances understanding of cultural differences.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
My Grandma and Me
Mina Javaherbin, 2022
IT’S OKAY TO HAVE TWO HOMES: A Book About Co-parenting For Very Young Children
Alex Christensen, 2023
46 pages
Why to read
Addresses co-parenting situations in a sensitive, child-friendly manner.
Empowers children to adapt to diverse family structures.
Encourages emotional understanding and acceptance.
Promotes family bonding through shared reading.
IT’S OKAY TO HAVE TWO HOMES: A Book About Co-parenting For Very Young Children
Alex Christensen, 2023
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Teeda Says, 'Be Patient'
Theresa Hildreth, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches patience through engaging narrative.
Relatable characters model positive behaviors.
Addresses developmental milestones effectively.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading.
Teeda Says, 'Be Patient'
Theresa Hildreth, 2023
Award winning
Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Explores open adoption through engaging, heartfelt narrative.
Highlights themes of love, family diversity, and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports conversations about different family structures.
