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• I Am a Masterpiece!

  An Empowering Story About Inclusivity and Growing Up With Down Syndrome

  Armstrong, Mia

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  Mia offers a glimpse into the life of a child with Down syndrome. Inspired by the author's own experiences, this picture book offers much needed representation and fosters empathy for children with Down syndrome. Mia shows how she likes…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• I Like Being Me

  Poems About Kindness, Friendship, and Making Good Choices

  Lalli, Judy, 1949-,

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  "Twenty-six rhyming poems invite children to develop character and acquire social-emotional skills. Accompanying photographs show children from diverse backgrounds in realistic settings. Back matter provides adults with discussion prompts…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Our Skin

  a First Conversation About Race

  Madison, Megan

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  Encouraging dialogue about race, self-awareness, and recognizing inequality, this book helps to equip families with the tools to engage in meaningful conversations about race from an early age.

• Fast Friends

  O'Connor, Heather, 1960-

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  Every child has a voice ― if we take the time to listen. In this appealing, energetic picture book, two kids with different challenges and strengths find they are just what the other needs to navigate classroom life. Tyson does everything…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Friend Like You

  Murphy, Frank • Gordon, Charnaie

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  A Friend Like You encourages kids to find value in meaningful relationships with others, no matter gender or ethnicity.

• I Am Human

  a Book of Empathy

  Verde, Susan

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  A hopeful meditation on all the great (and challenging) parts of being human, I Am Human shows that it’s okay to make mistakes while also emphasizing the power of good choices by offering a kind word or smile or by saying “I’m sorry.” At…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Name Jar

  Choi, Yangsook

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  As every immigrant would know, it can be hard for people to get your name right. Moving from a place like Korea to America, it’s sometimes tempting to switch to a name that’s common and easier to pronounce, like Suzy, Amanda, or Laura.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• All Are Welcome

  Penfold, Alexandra

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  All Are Welcome invites children to step into a school where everyone is received with open arms. Even though it’s the nerve-wracking first day of school — and even though everyone is different, from the kid in the wheelchair to the kid…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Giraffes Can't Dance

  Andreae, Giles, 1966-

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  Giraffes Can't Dance is a touching tale of Gerald the giraffe, who wants nothing more than to dance. With crooked knees and thin legs, it's harder for a giraffe than you would think. Gerald is finally able to dance to his own tune when he…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• I Am Enough

  Byers, Grace

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  This story is an uplifting and motivating book about female strength and respect for diversity; embracing differences, loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another

• Eyes That Kiss in the Corners

  Ho, Joanna

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  A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother's, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• All Because You Matter

  Charles, Tami

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  This book empowers readers with pride, joy, and comfort, reminding them of their roots and strengthening them for the days to come.

• Red

  a Crayon's Story

  Hall, Michael, 1954-

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  A blue crayon mistakenly labeled as “red” suffers an identity crisis. This story is about being true to your inner self and following your own path despite obstacles that may come your way.

• The Proudest Blue

  a Story of Hijab and Family

  Muhammad, Ibtihaj, 1985-,

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  A Story of Hijab and Family follows sisters Asiya and Faizah. Asiya is celebrating her first day of wearing a hijab. Although most kids in their class are struggling to understand, Faizah and Asiya are proud of what the hijab represents…Read moreRead more of this annotation