Sometimes, All I Need Is Me by Juliana Perdomo (Toddler, Preschool)
When children have a warm, safe place with loving caregivers, they can take that love and warmth with them wherever they go to keep them feeling confident and supported. They can love themselves, too and become whatever they need. Get it at the Library
King Kong’s Cousin by Mark Teague (Toddler, Preschool)
Junior’s cousin, King Kong, is famous and larger than life. Junior is just a regular gorilla with a fear of heights. But one Thanksgiving Day as Junior is watching the parade, he notices that his beloved cat is stuck in a tree! Can Junior conquer his fear and be a hero like his cousin? Get it at the Library
Nigel and the Moon by Antwan Eady (Preschool)
Nigel loves to dream about what he will become when he grows up, but when it’s time to share those dreams at school, he is nervous and anxious. He wonders what his classmates will think – will they be supportive? And what will they think of his parents during career week if their jobs aren’t as “fancy” as some of the other parents? Get it at the Library
Perfectly Imperfect Mira by Faith Pray (Preschool)
Do you have a cautious child at home? One who might be scared to try something new unless they can be sure they are good at it right away? Then yourchild will see themselves in Mira, who sees everyone around her being good at something, but when Mira tries, all she sees are her failures and stumbles. When Mira has the courage to try again, she slowly begins to master her fears and self-doubt. Get it at the Library
I Am!: A Book of Reminders by Juana Medina (All Ages)
Children (and adults) of all ages need reminders of all the good they have inside them, and all the promise that they hold for the future. This book of affirmations can easily become a favorite bedtime read to instill confidence in your little one. “I am strong. I am confident. I am history, present, and future. I am loved and important and so are you!” Get it at the Library
A Penny’s Worth by Kimberly Wilson (Preschool)
When Penny is minted, she feels like a million bucks! But it turns out that pennies can’t buy very much (if anything) on their own these days. Can Penny figure out what makes her priceless? This book teaches the value of believing in yourself, while being a fun primer for children on United States coinage. Get it at the Library
These resources were recommended by Samantha Blanquart, Early Literacy Outreach Librarian with the Anchorage Public Library. Visit APL’s website for more info about early literacy or to check out one of their reading kits for young children.
