Books like White Lily
Award winning
Jack
Dorothy Cristantiello, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captivates with adventurous, imaginative storyline.
Characters embody resilience and problem-solving skills.
Enhances critical thinking through engaging plot twists.
Encourages language development and literacy.

Jack
Dorothy Cristantiello, 2021
Award winning
Van Wyck
Beverly Fritz, 2020
30 pages
Why to read
Adventurous storyline enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters embody resilience, promoting personal growth.
Engages young readers with vivid, imaginative settings.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.

Van Wyck
Beverly Fritz, 2020
Award winning
Safe at Home
Tania M. Crook, Hanna Bishop, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Builds emotional intelligence through relatable family scenarios.
Enhances vocabulary via engaging, age-appropriate language.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse characters.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.

Safe at Home
Tania M. Crook, Hanna Bishop, 2021
Award winning
Africana
Kim Chakanetsa, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Explores rich African culture and heritage.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages diversity appreciation and global awareness.
Stimulates curiosity and knowledge about different cultures.

Africana
Kim Chakanetsa, 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
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Coretta Scott King's powerful life story.
Highlights themes of perseverance and social justice.
Educates on historical American civil rights movements.
Encourages discussions on equality and personal values.

She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons, 2022
Award winning
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and family bonds.
Encourages resilience and embracing individuality.
Illustrates the beauty of Hijab and tradition.
Inspiring tale, ideal for developing empathy.

The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
Award winning
The Cape of Wonders
Kevin Johnson, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with a magical, captivating narrative.
Features relatable, diverse characters promoting inclusivity.
Enhances problem-solving through engaging plot twists.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading adventures.

