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Kindness: We’re All Wonders by Raquel J. Palacio
Did you love the movie Wonder? Check out this beautiful picture book based on the chapter book.
Mindset: After The Fall by Dan Santat
More than just a play on the adorable classic, Humpty Dumpty, this book thoughtfully speaks to getting up after a “fall” or trauma and facing your fears. I love the “hatch” ending, which inspires students to embrace what’s next.
Bullying: Restart by Gordan Korman
What would you do if you got to restart? The main character in this story seemingly gets an opportunity to do just that. After falling off his roof and waking up with amnesia, he is ready to start again. However, he quickly realizes decisions he made in the past have lasting consequences and implications. This book tackles many topics like friendship, reputation, and peer pressure.
Gossip: The Secret Olivia Told Me by N. Joy
It’s no surprise this book received a Coretta Scott King Book Honor. The secret is represented by a red balloon that continues to get bigger as the book progresses. The simple illustration creates a perfect analogy for rumors and gossip.
Tolerance: All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely
This New York Times Best Seller has received many accolades. Told from two different points of view, the main characters struggle with hard questions about tolerance, acceptance, and racial tension.
Self-Esteem: Beautiful by Stacy McAnulty
Unlike her book Brave, all the characters in this book are female. The story reminds me of a “Dove” commercial that empowers girls to look past their outer qualities and focus on intrinsic strengths that make them truly beautiful.
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