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• The Funeral

  James, Matt, 1973-

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  This is a sensitive and life-affirming story that helps young readers (ages 4-7) understand and process the concept of death and funerals. It follows a young girl named Norma as she attends her great-uncle Frank's funeral.

• Big

  Harrison, Vashti,

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  "Big" by Vashti Harrison is a moving picture book that sensitively addresses important themes like self-love, embracing individuality, and the power of words.

• Love in the Library

  Tokuda-Hall, Maggie,

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  Maggie Tokuda-Hall's "Love in the Library" offers a profound experience for children, fostering crucial life skills and a broader understanding of history and human experience.

• Milo Imagines the World

  de la Peña, Matt,

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  "Milo Imagines the World" encourages children to look beyond first impressions and challenge their assumptions about others. Milo, a boy on a subway ride with his sister, creates elaborate stories about the lives of his fellow passengers, imagining…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Sulwe

  Nyong'o, Lupita,

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  The author has penned a powerful picture book that can help children understand colorism by telling the story of a young girl with dark skin who struggles with self-esteem due to society's preference for lighter skin tones.

• Time for Us

  Walker, Rebecca, 1969 November 17-

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  A heartwarming story that resonates with both children and parents, this book highlights the value of quality time even amidst busy schedules. Based on the author's personal experience as a working mother and supported by the theory that even short…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Notebook Keeper

  a Story of Kindness From the Border

  Briseño, Stephen,

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  This is a moving story that can help children understand complex issues like immigration through a child's eyes. It tells the story of Noemí and her mother's journey to the border, where they encounter Belinda, the kind Notebook Keeper who records…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Big Bad Wolf in My House

  Fontaine, Valérie, 1980-

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  The author uses the metaphor of a wolf to help children understand and cope with domestic violence. Written from a child's perspective, the book portrays a "new friend" who gradually transforms into a menacing figure, mirroring the escalation of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Day War Came

  Davies, Nicola, 1958-

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  This book is a valuable resource that can help children understand and cope with the complexities of war and displacement by providing an age-appropriate narrative, fostering empathy, and encouraging conversations about kindness and hope.

• Broken Crayons Still Color

  Collier, Toni J., 1991-

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  This is a book that helps children understand and manage their emotions. Contains references to Christianity.

• Big Feelings

  Penfold, Alexandra,

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  This book explores situations where kids might feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or even angry, and offers ways to communicate and work through those feelings together, emphasizing compromise and seeing other perspectives.

• Inside Out

  Francis, Suzanne

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  The movie centers on five personified emotions – Joy, Sadness, Fear, Disgust, and Anger – who guide her through everyday life and major changes. When Joy and Sadness get lost, the other emotions must work together to bring them back and help Riley…Read moreRead more of this annotation