Our Class Family

Olsen, S., & Sonke, S. (2020). Our class is a family. Shannon Olsen. 

Summary

This book helps to build a sense of community within the classroom, creating a home away from home. Kids learn that their classroom is a safe place where they can be themselves. When reading this book, students feel like they are a part of a special family. 

“Family isn’t always your relatives. It’s the ones who accept you for who you are. The ones who would do anything to see you smile, and who love you no matter what.” -Unknown

My Shadow is PINK

Stuart, S. (2021). My shadow is pink. Larrikin House.

Summary

This book is a rhyming story that covers subjects like gender identity, self-acceptance, equality, and diversity. The main character likes things that are "not for boys" such as princesses and fairies. He soon learned that everyone has a shadow that they sometimes feel they need to hide. 

Different

Avis, H., & Mensinga, S. (2021). Different: A great thing to be! WaterBrook, an imprint of Random House, a division of Penguin Random House LLC.

Summary

Macy is a girl who is different, which is a great thing to be. With kindness and bravery, Macy finds her place in the world. She brings beauty and laughter wherever she goes. Encouraging others to find delight in the unique design of every person. 

The Year We Learned To Fly

Woodson, J. (2022). The Year we learned to fly. Penguin Young Readers Group. 

Summary

A brother and sister listen to their grandmother's advice: "Use those beautiful and brilliant minds of yours. Lift your arms, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and believe in a thing. Somebody somewhere at some point was just as bored as you are now." Before they knew it, their imaginations lifted them up and out of their boredom. 

The Name Jar

Choi, Y. (2013). The name jar. Zaner-Bloser. 

Summary

Unhei just moved from Korea and is anxious about fitting in. Being the new kid is hard, especially when no one can pronounce your name. She decides to choose an American name from a glass jar. But nothing felt right. With the help of a new friend, Unhei will learn that the best name is her own.