Author: R. J. Palacio
Genre: Realistic Fiction Copyright: 2012 Reading Level: 3-5 Interest Level: 3-8 Summary: Born with facial differences that, up until now, have prevented him from going to a mainsteam school, Auggie Pullman becomes the most unlikely of heroes when he enters the local fifth grade. As his family, his new classmates, and larger community all struggle to discover their compassion and acceptance, Auggie's extraordinary journey will prove that you can't blend in when you're born to stand out. Chapter Book Theme: Self Acceptance Topic: Self Acceptance Good Read Aloud Author: David Shannon
Illustrator: David Shannon Genre: Fantasy Copyright: 1998 Reading Level: 1-2 Interest Level: 1-5 Summary: Camilla is very worries about what others think of her. She wants to fit in and then she was up covered in colorful stripes. Picture Book Theme: Self Acceptance Topic: Self Acceptance Good Read Aloud Author: Matthew A. Cherry
Illustrator: Vashti Harrison Genre: Realistic Fiction Copyright: 2019 Reading Level: K-2 Interest Level: P-3 Summary: Zuri has beautiful curly hair that goes every which way. When Zuri needs a perfectly special hairstyle, her dad tries every possible way to make his daughter happy until they find the perfect one. Picture Book Theme: Acceptance, Family Topic: Self acceptance Good Read Aloud Author: Grace Byers
Illustrator: Keturah A. Bobo Genre: Realistic Fiction Copyright: 2018 Reading Level: 2 Interest Level: Prek-3 Summary: This is a simple, yet powerful story of loving who you are. Despite the skin color, eye color, hair or opinions, we are all made for the world and we are all enough. Picture Book Theme: Equality Topic: Self Acceptance Good Read Aloud |