Books like We Dream Medicine Dreams
Award winning
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken
Hannah Holt, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and historical facts.
Enhances knowledge about cultural evolution of clothing.
Encourages curiosity and learning through quirky storytelling.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken
Hannah Holt, 2022
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
Tilly Mint Tales
Berlie Doherty, 1986
199 pages
Why to read
Whimsical adventures spark creativity and curiosity.
Strong female lead, empowering and inspiring.
Encourages resilience through imaginative storytelling.
Perfect for bonding during family reading time.
Tilly Mint Tales
Berlie Doherty, 1986
Award winning
14 Cows for America
Carmen Agra Deedy, Wilson Kimeli Naiyomah, 2007
36 pages
Why to read
Inspires compassion through true post-9/11 cross-cultural kindness.
Beautifully illustrated, enhances visual literacy and appreciation.
Encourages global awareness and cultural understanding.
Perfect for discussions on empathy and generosity.
14 Cows for America
Carmen Agra Deedy, Wilson Kimeli Naiyomah, 2007
Award winning
Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story
Danielle Greendeer, Anthony Perry, Alexis C. Bunten, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Rich in Native American history and culture.
Encourages gratitude and community values.
Beautiful illustrations complement storytelling.
Supports understanding of Thanksgiving from a new perspective.
Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story
Danielle Greendeer, Anthony Perry, Alexis C. Bunten, 2022
Award winning
She Persisted: Pura Belpré
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, Marilisa Jiménez García, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Pura Belpré’s empowering, historical impact.
Highlights cultural diversity and importance of representation.
Encourages perseverance and following one's dreams.
Engages young readers with vibrant storytelling.
She Persisted: Pura Belpré
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, Marilisa Jiménez García, 2023
Award winning
Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, 2019
34 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and belonging through a heartfelt storyline.
Encourages conversations about heritage and personal history.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, fostering visual and artistic appreciation.
