Books like Welcome Home
Award winning
The Unwelcome Surprise
Olga Herrera, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline encourages curiosity and exploration.
Characters face challenges, teaching resilience and empathy.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through enjoyable narrative.

The Unwelcome Surprise
Olga Herrera, 2023
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
My Hair Is Like Yours
Jane Doe, 2022
Why to read
Promotes self-esteem and acceptance.
Encourages appreciation of diversity.
Engaging and relatable story for children.
Beautiful illustrations enhancing narrative.

My Hair Is Like Yours
Jane Doe, 2022
The Hairdo That Got Away
Joseph Coelho, Fiona Lumbers, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional resilience through creative storytelling.
Encourages parent-child bonding over hair grooming routines.
Addresses coping with change and loss poignantly.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.

The Hairdo That Got Away
Joseph Coelho, Fiona Lumbers, 2022
Award winning
Diwali in My New Home
Shachi Kaushik, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and Diwali traditions.
Illustrates themes of acceptance and new beginnings.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Bright, captivating illustrations enhance the narrative.

Diwali in My New Home
Shachi Kaushik, 2022
Award winning
I'm So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are
Ainsley Earhardt, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and self-worth.
Encourages positive self-esteem and confidence.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding and shared reading time.

I'm So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are
Ainsley Earhardt, 2022
Award winning
Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor
Lucy Brandt, 2021
208 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with inventive protagonist, Leonora.
Encourages exploration of science and engineering concepts.
Builds resilience through problem-solving adventures.
Engages kids with humor and captivating illustrations.

Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor
Lucy Brandt, 2021
The Taste of Home
Aminata Jalloh, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family and cultural identity.
Vivid storytelling enriches children's imaginative capabilities.
Encourages appreciation for diversity and global cultures.
Supports language development and emotional intelligence.

