Books like When You Look Like Us
Award winning
Uncle Bobby's Wedding
Sarah S. Brannen, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates love, family, and acceptance.
Encourages diversity and inclusion understanding.
Colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Strengthens emotional and social development.
Uncle Bobby's Wedding
Sarah S. Brannen, 2008
Katy
Jacqueline Wilson, Madeleine Leslay, 2015
480 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of resilience and personal growth.
Engaging storyline fosters empathy and understanding.
Strengthens reading skills and emotional intelligence.
Encourages perseverance through life's challenges.
Katy
Jacqueline Wilson, Madeleine Leslay, 2015
Award winning
When Dad Was Away
Liz Weir, Karin Littlewood, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses family separation with sensitivity and hope.
Encourages understanding of diverse family dynamics.
Supports emotional resilience and coping strategies.
Stimulates empathetic conversations between parents and children.
When Dad Was Away
Liz Weir, Karin Littlewood, 2013
Award winning
It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, HarperAudio, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Captures challenges of being five with humor.
Encourages self-control and emotional regulation.
Supports developmental milestones in young children.
Engaging illustrations enhance comprehension and interest.
It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, HarperAudio, 2004
Award winning
Healthy Me: Keeping Safe
Katie Woolley, Ryan Wheatcraft, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches essential safety tips through engaging narratives.
Boosts awareness about personal and community safety.
Supports early learning about wellbeing and proactive behaviors.
Fosters conversation between children and caregivers on safety.
Healthy Me: Keeping Safe
Katie Woolley, Ryan Wheatcraft, 2023
Award winning
Where Is Max?
Caroline Richard Raomae, Carlos Cerde�a Granada, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vibrant, interactive hide-and-seek illustrations.
Enhances observational skills and attention to detail.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports language development through repetitive, simple text.
Where Is Max?
Caroline Richard Raomae, Carlos Cerde�a Granada, 2021
Award winning
Why War Is Never a Good Idea
Alice Walker, Stefano Vitale, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Poetically addresses the harsh realities of war.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Promotes peace and the importance of harmony.
Stimulates thoughtful discussions between children and adults.
Why War Is Never a Good Idea
Alice Walker, Stefano Vitale, 2007
Award winning
Little Miss, Big Sis
Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Peter H. Reynolds, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the joys and challenges of becoming a big sister.
Empowers young readers through relatable sibling dynamics.
Illustrations and text promote emotional development.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
