I Am Human affirms that we can make good choices by acting with compassion and having empathy for others and ourselves. It provides an optimistic look at what it means to be a connected human on this planet.
This simple and extraordinarily sweet book is a running list of all the things a young biracial (Mexican/Caucasian) boy is grateful for like thick chocolate syrup and ocean waves. This is a great read-aloud for any age.
This book by Dan Krall is a wonderful book to pull out when your class starts to have runny noses, itchy eyes and those coughs! Sick Simon can help them learn why they should not spread their germs.
read it and imagine the billowy, gusty journey of Leaf Man, and then collect and press fall leaves for students’ own creations.
This funny read aloud about a small animal that claims it is a potato also teaches kids about taxonomy, categorization, and critical thinking.
True friends stick up for one another, even when it’s a little bit scary. This is a great book to read with younger children to introduce the idea of sticking up for each other, or read it with older students to talk about the book’s metaphor and message.
A call to action for young children as they discover the power of activism.
a proactive introduction to a conversation about kindness. It also explains kindness in accessible and understandable ways.
Sweet story about a shy boy named Tomas who is too afraid to make friends in his new neighborhood. When Halloween arrives, Tomas dresses up as a tiger and finds the courage to connect with others in his community. This book teaches valuable lessons about overcoming fears, accepting yourself, and the power of kindness.
Piggie reflects on her many blessings and decides to thank all of her friends including the other characters in this wonderful series.
shows children how to embrace their uniqueness. Poetic language and beautiful illustrations, it teaches young readers that they are enough just as they are. It's a great book for building self-esteem and promoting gratitude
This picture book biography brings MLK's extraordinary life and profound message to young readers.
This story is about trying to be something you aren't so people will like you.
Story about finding beauty in change and wonder in unfamiliar places. A great conversation starter about transitions as the school year winds down and new adventures begin.
Motivating book about believing you can accomplish goals if you believe in yourself. Little dreamers dream big!