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I Am Enough: by Grace Jones
Synopsis: “I Am Enough” is a lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another. The book uses simple impactful language to affirm that every child is enough just as they are. Through its poetic text and beautiful illustrations by Keturah A. Bobo, "I Am Enough" encourages children to embrace their unique qualities, making it a wonderful tool for fostering self-awareness and confidence in young readers.
This book serves as a useful tool for building a child's self-awareness, confidence, and empathy, which are essential components of personal growth. Children are encouraged to practice kindness and empathy in their daily interactions. Jones’ used positive affirmations and self-reflection to promote a sense of being. “Like the voice, I am here to sing.” The perfect book for children ages 8-9.
Inside Out and Back Again: by Thanhha Lai
Synopsis: A story told in verse about a young girl named Hà, a ten-year-old girl who is forced to flee her home in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The story is set in 1975 and begins with Hà's life in Saigon, where she enjoys the comforts of home, family traditions, and familiar surroundings. Hà relocated to the United States. It explores themes of identity, resilience, and adapting to new environments. Hà faced some challenges upon relocating such as language barriers. Children ages 9-10 can enjoy and learn the value of patience and empathy for others as they learn how to adapt to new situations they can also find a sense of relatability to Hà being the new student.
Hà holds onto her Vietnamese heritage despite the drastic changes in her life she maintains the Lunar New Year traditions, which helps her assert her identity in a new and foreign environment. https://youtu.be/83DAzBpN4PQ
"The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas
Synopsis: This novel follows Starr Carter, a 16-year-old African American girl who navigates two worlds. An impoverished inner city and the private school she attends in an upper class neighborhood. She witnesses a police shooting. Starr struggles with both of her worlds colliding. It explores themes of identity, social justice, and finding one's voice in the face of adversity. “The Hate U Give" addresses critical issues such as racial inequality, police violence, and the power of community. This novel offers readers a few perspectives to consider as younger audiences navigate throughout life. Teens 14 years old can gain a personal and emotional sense of being.
