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1–4 yrsA is for Awesome!
Eva Chen
An alphabet of powerful, joyful words celebrating girls who are Awesome, Bold, Creative, Daring. Eva Chen's bright, diverse illustrations make this a spirited first alphabet book and one of the most affirming board books around.
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Carla's Glasses
Debbie Herman
Carla is nervous about wearing her new glasses to school. Will her friends still like her? A warm and reassuring story about accepting differences and finding out that being yourself is always the right choice.
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3–6 yrsMeesha Makes Friends
Tom Percival
Meesha loves making things but finds it hard to make friends — until she finds a way to connect that feels just right for her. A gentle, affirming story for children who feel socially anxious or different.
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3–6 yrsPerfectly Norman
Tom Percival
Norman grows wings one day — beautiful wings that he can't quite hide. A warm, affirming story about the courage it takes to show the world who you truly are.
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3–6 yrsCarla's Sandwich
Debbie Herman
Carla brings unusual sandwiches to school — full of pickles, jam, olives — and gets teased for it. But when lunchtime comes, things take an unexpected turn. A funny, affirming story about confidence and being unapologetically yourself.
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3–6 yrsGiraffes Can't Dance
Giles Andreae
Gerald the giraffe is convinced he can't dance — until he finds his own rhythm under the stars. A moving story about self-belief, finding your own way, and not letting others define what you can do.
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3–6 yrsThe Little Engine That Could
Watty Piper
A little train engine agrees to pull a heavy load over a mountain when bigger engines refuse. Puffing along with "I think I can, I think I can", this beloved classic teaches children that determination and a positive attitude can make anything possible.
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3–6 yrsZog
Julia Donaldson
Zog the dragon is the most eager student at dragon school but also the most accident-prone. A funny, warm picture book with a satisfying twist about what it means to be a true hero.
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Stella's Stellar Hair
3–6 yrsStella's Stellar Hair
Tom Percival
Stella loves her wild, magical hair — but on a bad hair day she discovers something even better. A joyful celebration of self-expression and embracing what makes you uniquely you.
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Amazing You
3–7 yrsAmazing You
Giles Andreae
A joyful celebration of what makes each child wonderfully unique. With warm, uplifting rhymes, this book helps children feel confident and proud of who they are — inside and out. Perfect for building self-esteem and body positivity from an early age.
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The Lion Inside
Rachel Bright
An inspiring story that shows we all have a lion inside of us! "That day they BOTH learnedThat, no matter your size,We all have a mouseAND a lion inside."A mouse feels small and insecure and determines that what he needs to do is learn how to roar like a lion. He knows he has to act brave when he approaches a lion to learn how. In a hilarious turn of events, the lion is afraid of mice! The mouse comforts the lion, they become friends, and we learn that there's a lion and a mouse inside all of us.The inspiring text by Rachel Bright and the fun, bold illustrations by Jim Field teach young readers an important lesson. Regardless of how big or mighty we are, we can all live our dreams and do what we want to do. Fans of Aesop's "The Lion and the Mouse" will enjoy The Lion Inside!
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4–7 yrsTilda Tries Again
Tom Percival
Tilda has big ideas but doesn't always get things right the first time. A warm picture book about resilience, trying again, and the adults who believe in us when we don't believe in ourselves.
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4–7 yrsNeither
Airlie Anderson
A creature hatches from an egg and doesn't quite fit in the world of This or That — it is neither, and both, and something entirely new. A gentle, beautiful allegory about finding your place when you don't fit any of the existing boxes.
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4–7 yrsJulian is a Mermaid
Jessica Love
Julian sees three women dressed as mermaids on the subway and knows with his whole heart that he is one too. A luminous, joyful picture book about self-expression, imagination, and a grandmother who sees her grandson exactly as he is.
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4–7 yrsAlley OOPs
Janice Levy
J.J. loves baseball but is terrified of getting hit by the ball. With the big game approaching, can he find the courage to face his fear? A warm, reassuring story about bravery, sports, and the power of trying.
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4–7 yrsWilly the Wimp
Anthony Browne
Willy is a gentle gorilla who gets bullied by the neighbourhood gang. So he takes up bodybuilding. An iconic story about confidence, kindness, and what it really means to be brave — with the wit and warmth that makes Anthony Browne's books last.
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4–7 yrsOne
Kathryn Otoshi
Zero feels empty while the numbers feel whole — until One shows up and changes everything. A beautifully spare picture book about how one act of bravery can stand up to bullying and transform a community.
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4–7 yrsChrysanthemum
Kevin Henkes
Chrysanthemum loves her unusual name — until she starts school and her classmates tease her about it. Kevin Henkes' warm, funny story about names, belonging, and finding teachers who champion you.
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The Knight Owl
4–7 yrsThe Knight Owl
Christopher Denise
A small owl wants more than anything to be a knight. Everyone tells him he's too small, too sleepy, too nocturnal. But when night falls and the castle needs protecting, only he can save the day. A beautifully illustrated, quietly triumphant underdog story.
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4–8 yrsMy Shadow is Pink
Scott Stuart
A boy's shadow is pink and loves the things that shadows aren't supposed to love. A beautiful picture book about being brave enough to be yourself, written and illustrated by Australian author Scott Stuart.
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4–8 yrsHappy Dreamer
Peter H Reynolds
A joyful celebration of children who think differently, dream big, and don't always fit the mould. An affirming picture book for every child who has ever been told to sit still and pay attention — and couldn't.
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4–8 yrsThe Smart Cookie
Jory John
A cookie who feels dumb compared to her classmates discovers that smart comes in many different shapes and sizes. An encouraging story about different kinds of intelligence.
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4–8 yrsMy Shadow is Purple
Scott Stuart
A child's shadow is purple — a mix of pink and blue — and perfectly, beautifully their own. Celebrates children who don't fit neatly into any category and the families who love them exactly as they are.
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4–8 yrsThe Cool Bean
Jory John
A bean who isn't naturally cool discovers that being a good friend is the coolest thing of all. Jory John at his most charming, with a simple message that quietly sticks.
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5–7 yrsElephants Cannot Dance
Mo Willems
Piggie is determined to teach Gerald to dance, but elephants simply cannot dance — or can they? A joyful early reader about trying new things and finding your own rhythm.
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Pearl Power
Mel Elliott
Pearl is brave, kind, and stands up for what's right — even when it's hard. This uplifting Australian series follows Pearl as she navigates friendship, kindness, and dealing with bullying, showing children that small acts of courage can make a big difference.
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5–8 yrsRuby Finds a Worry
Tom Percival
Ruby is happy until a Worry appears and follows her everywhere — and she doesn't know how to get rid of it. Tom Percival's most beloved book: a warm, visual exploration of childhood anxiety.
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5–8 yrsThe Day You Begin
Jacqueline Woodson
Some days you walk into a room and feel like no one could understand where you have been or who you are. A luminous, lyrical picture book about finding the courage to share your story — and discovering you are never as alone as you feel.
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5–8 yrsOliver Button is a Sissy
Tomie dePaola
Oliver Button doesn't like the things boys are supposed to like — he loves reading, drawing, and dancing. A gentle classic about being true to yourself when the world tells you to be different, and what it really means to be a star.
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5–8 yrsRosie Revere Engineer
Andrea Beaty
Rosie secretly builds contraptions in her room but is afraid to fail in front of others — until her great-great-aunt shows her that magnificent failures are the key to success. A brilliant book about persistence and engineering thinking.
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5–8 yrsJunie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus
Barbara Park
Junie B. Jones is starting kindergarten — and she is NOT happy about it. A hilarious early chapter book narrated in Junie B.'s inimitable voice. Banned by some schools for "teaching poor grammar" — loved by millions of children for being hilarious and real.
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5–8 yrsThe Dot
Peter H Reynolds
Vashti says she can't draw — so her teacher just asks her to make a dot and sign it. A quiet masterpiece about the power of encouragement and what it means to call yourself an artist.
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5–8 yrsIsh
Peter H Reynolds
Ramon loves drawing until his brother laughs at his vase — and then he discovers that "vase-ish" is more than enough. A gentle story about creativity, imperfection, and finding your own voice.
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5–8 yrsSofia Valdez Future Prez
Andrea Beaty
Sofia wants to build a park in her community and learns that one determined child really can change things. Andrea Beaty's most civically minded book — empowering, practical, and funny.
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6–9 yrsThe One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo
Judy Blume
Freddy Dissel is the middle child — not the oldest, not the baby — and feels invisible in his own family. When he lands the lead role in the school play, he finally discovers something that is entirely his own. Judy Blume's warm, funny story for children who feel lost in the middle.
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6–9 yrsPippi Longstocking
Astrid Lindgren
Pippi lives alone with her horse and her monkey, lifts a policeman in each hand, and does exactly as she pleases. Astrid Lindgren's irresistible nine-year-old anarchist is still one of the most joyfully subversive characters in children's fiction — a book that makes children want to read more books.
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6–10 yrsOh The Places You'll Go
Dr Seuss
A journey through the highs and lows of life, from the brightest places to the Waiting Place. Dr Seuss's most meditative book is a beloved gift for any milestone — new school, graduation, or a child who just needs encouragement.
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7–9 yrsThe Worst Witch
Jill Murphy
Mildred Hubble is the worst witch at Miss Cackle's Academy — her spells go wrong, her cat is a tabby when it should be black, and trouble follows her everywhere. The funny, loveable original school story that inspired a generation of magical fiction.
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7–10 yrsMatilda
Roald Dahl
Matilda is a genius who loves books and is treated terribly by her awful family. Then she discovers she has special powers. Banned for witchcraft and disrespect to parents — actually a story about the transformative power of reading and the triumph of an extraordinary child.
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7–10 yrsThe Boy in the Dress
David Walliams
Dennis loves fashion and secretly loves wearing dresses. When he wears one to school, his world turns upside down. A funny, warm and brave story about being yourself and the real meaning of friendship.
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8–11 yrsBig Nate: In a Class by Himself
Lincoln Peirce
Nate Wright is convinced he is destined for greatness — his fortune cookie said so. Lincoln Peirce's illustrated novel is a perfect next step for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
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8–12 yrsFish in a Tree
Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Ally has been hiding her dyslexia for years — smart, funny, fiercely creative, but convinced she is broken. A new teacher changes everything. A moving novel about the kids who fall through the cracks and the adults who reach back for them.
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8–12 yrsWonder
R.J. Palacio
Auggie Pullman has never been to a real school before — and his face means his first year will be anything but ordinary. R J Palacio's novel about kindness and belonging is one of the most important children's books of the past decade.
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Dork Diaries Tales from a Not-So-Popular Party Girl
Rachel Renee Russell
Nikki is invited to a party — but so is her nemesis MacKenzie. A funny, relatable sequel for middle grade readers navigating the social jungle of school.
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9–12 yrsNew Kid
Jerry Craft
Jordan Banks would rather go to art school, but he ends up at a fancy private school where he feels like he never quite fits in. A Newbery-winning graphic novel about identity, belonging, and the courage to be yourself.
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9–12 yrsAnne of Green Gables
L M Montgomery
An elderly brother and sister accidentally adopt a talkative, red-haired orphan girl instead of the boy they ordered. L M Montgomery's 1908 classic is one of literature's great portraits of an irrepressible, imaginative spirit.
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9–12 yrsStargirl
Jerry Spinelli
Stargirl Caraway arrives at Mica High and is unlike anyone anyone has ever met — she sings happy birthday with a ukulele and doesn't seem to care what anyone thinks. Jerry Spinelli's novel about individuality, peer pressure, and the cost of conformity.
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9–12 yrsThe Misfits
James Howe
Four middle schoolers who have been called names their whole lives decide to run for student council on a platform to end name-calling. A warm, funny novel about belonging, identity, and what it takes to stand up for dignity.
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