WHAT: Books in which meaning is created through the interplay of words and illustrations; the art is essential to the storytelling. IMPORTANT: Picture books support visual literacy, introduce literary elements, and serve as foundational texts for early readers and read-aloud experiences. CLICK ON EACH BOOK TO BE TAKEN TO THE BLOG POST.

In this playful retelling of a classic tale, the “Big Bad Wolf” gets to explain what really happened. With humor and heart, The True Story of the Three Little Pigs encourages children to think critically about perspective and fairness—making it a favorite for classroom read-alouds and library storytimes.

A Map for Falasteen by Maysa Odeh is a heartfelt picture book about a young Palestinian-American girl searching for her homeland—and finding that home lives within her family’s stories. Perfect for classroom discussions on identity, maps, and belonging.

Picture book that tells the story of Lubna finding friendship and kindness in a refugee camp.

This is a great book to share with children ages 4-8 to develop self-esteem and love of nature.