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Book List

We’ve carefully curated book lists to go with each lesson.


I Want My Book Back cover

Be Generous

I Want My Book Back

By Viviane ElbeeLittle Bee Books

Daryl does not want to share his favorite dinosaur book, but when it is time to bring it back to the library, a friendly librarian encourages him to share.

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Be Persistent

I Want to Win!

By Tony RossAndersen Press USA

This book teaches young children that they can’t always win. It supports the development of a growth mindset.

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Be Prepared

I Will Never Get a Star on Mrs. Benson’s Blackboard

By Jennifer K. MannCandlewick Press

Struggling in a class where her teacher puts stars on the board, creative little Rose worries that she will never earn merits.

I Won't Go With Strangers cover

Be Safe

I Won’t Go With Strangers

By Dagmar GeislerSky Pony Press

Lu won’t go with just anyone! A narrative addressing children’s interactions with strangers.

I'm Sorry cover

Be Responsible

I’m Sorry

By Michael Ian BlackSimon & Schuster

When Potato hurts Flamingo’s feelings, a friend helps him realize the power of an apology.

Iggy Peck, Architect cover

Be a Leader

Iggy Peck, Architect

By Andrea BeatyAbrams Books for Young Readers

Ever since he was a baby, Iggy Peck has built towers, bridges, and buildings, which comes in handy when his second grade class is stranded on an island during a picnic.

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Be an Ally

In Our Mothers’ House

By Patricia PolaccoPhilomel Books

Marmee, Meema, and the kids are just like any other family on the block. But some of the other families don’t accept them. They say they are different.

Intersection Allies cover

Be an Ally

Intersection Allies

By Chelsea JohnsonDottir Press

A handy book about intersectionality that depicts the nuances of identity and embraces difference as a source of community.

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