I Am We by Susan Verde (Abrams Books for Young Readers)
We are part of something bigger than ourselves, and when we each turn our goodness and compassion outward, we can create, learn, and love.
Up and Adam by Debbie Zapata (Kids Can Press)
A winning, uplifting story about a boy with Down Syndrome who helps his neighbors in the aftermath of a storm in a way only he can.
Last Stop On Market Street by Matt de la Pena (G.P. Putnam’s Books)
A young boy, CJ, rides the bus across town with his grandmother and learns to appreciate the beauty in everyday things.
Just Help! by Sonia Sotomayor (Philomel Books)
A fun and meaningful story about making the world–and your community–better, one action at a time, and asks the question: Who will you help today?
Something, Someday by Amanda Gorman (Viking Books For Young Readers)
A revealing look at how even the smallest gesture can have a lasting impact on the world’s biggest problems.
Young Changemakers Making A Difference by Stacy Bauer (Sourcebooks)
This is filled with stories of kids who are making the world a better place by following their hearts and chasing their dreams.
Can We Help?: Kids Volunteering to Help Their Communities by George Ancona (Candlewick Books)
Celebrating the joy of kids giving back, in one after-school program, middle-school students mentor and tutor younger children.
Finding Lost by Holly Goldberg Sloan
A stray dog leads to major change for Cordy and her grieving family in this heartwarming novel.
Unselfie by Michelle Borba (Touchstone Editions)
Explains what parents and educators MUST do to combat the growing empathy crisis among children today, with a 9-step empathy-building program with tips to guide kids.
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