The Worry Balloon
Written by: Mónica Mancillas. Illustrated by: Betty C. Tang. On the first day of school, Isla’s mind plays the what if game. Scary thoughts come, the world goes dark, and…
Ira Crumb Feels the Feelings
…presents a friend supporting their sad friend with compassion and in a positive way. This book comes in a series and is great for young children learning about emotions. Book…
Mary Wears What She Wants
…Set historically this is a great book to teach about social justice and being who they are. Mary decides to wear pants one day because dresses just aren’t comfortable. The…
Frankenslime
…awry and her newest creation COMES TO LIFE! Joy Keller’s clever text and Ashley Belote’s (humor-filled art combine to create a fun picture book twist on horror movies like Frankenstein…
Green Pants
Written and illustrated by: Kenneth Kraegel. For kids who march to their own drum or are especially attached to a comfort object here is a completely adorable character who wears…
Fauja Singh Keeps Going: The True Story of the Oldest Person to Ever Run a Marathon
…obstacles, and commitment to positive representation of the Sikh community. (From GoodReads.) Credit: Anne C (Storytime Solidarity member). There are educator resources available on the publisher’s website. View on goodreads.com…
The Shark in the Park
The Shark in the Park Tune: Here We Come A-wassailing In the park there lives a shark Who dearly loves to swing; She’ll swing until the moon appears And all…
Mommy’s Khimar
…showcase the beauty of the diverse and welcoming community in this portrait of a young Muslim American girl’s life. (From GoodReads.) Credit: Shamekia LaShonda (Storytime Solidarity member). View on goodreads.com…
My Papi Has a Motorcycle
…She also sees a community that is rapidly changing around her. But as the sun sets purple-blue-gold behind Daisy Ramona and her papi, she knows that the love she feels…
The Night Is Yours
…read-aloud about joy and family love and community, and most of all about feeling great in your own skin. (From GoodReads.) Credit: Shamekia LaShonda (Storytime Solidarity member). View on goodreads.com…