Age 0–3
Global Babies
by The Global Fund for Children
​Bright faces from around the world, simple text, and sturdy pages perfect for little fingers. This book delights with its images of real babies and shows little ones how wonderfully diverse our world is—because it’s never too early to celebrate humanity.
Age 4-7
Julian Is a Mermaid
by Jessica Love
​A tender, vibrant tale of self-expression and unconditional love. Julian’s story celebrates the imagination of childhood and the freedom to be exactly who you are—with a splash of glitter and grace.
Age 8-11
The Year We Learned to Fly by Jacqueline Woodson, illustrated by Rafael López
Woodson’s poetic prose and López’s vibrant illustrations lift this story into the skies. Two siblings learn to use their minds and hearts to rise above the storms around them—both literal and emotional. A perfect book for building inner strength and family conversation.
Ages 12-14
Stamped (For Kids)
by Jason Reynolds & Ibram X. Kendi, adapted by Sonja Cherry-Paul
A powerful, age-appropriate introduction to race and American history. This version of Stamped is bold, real, and urgent—written in a voice that meets tweens and early teens where they are. A must-read for young changemakers.
