Most Empowering Picture Books of 2022

by Mac Barnett ; illustrated by Marla Frazee

Perfectly plotted and visually superb. Full review >

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by Eva Chen ; illustrated by Sophie Diao

A shining affirmation of Chinese American identity. Full review >

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by Pauline David-Sax ; illustrated by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow

For all those who are never found without a book at recess. Full review >

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by Matt de la Peña ; illustrated by Corinna Luyken

The call to revel in the glorious patchwork that is “us” blazes forth from this paean of acceptance. Full review >

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by Shauntay Grant ; illustrated by Kitt Thomas

This fun, powerful, and empowering tale belongs on every shelf. Full review >

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by Gavin Grimm & Kyle Lukoff ; illustrated by J Yang

There’s no choice here. Buy it! Full review >

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by Costantia Manoli ; illustrated by Magdalena Mora

A poetic book about the power of a smile and what it means to find home. Full review >

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by Laura Obuobi ; illustrated by London Ladd

A stunning work of art. Full review >

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by NoNieqa Ramos ; illustrated by Paola Escobar

This bold manifesto of cultural awareness reaches out to awaken the sleepwalkers among us. Full review >

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by Young Vo ; illustrated by Young Vo

A visually and emotionally immersive immigration story. Full review >

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by Jacqueline Woodson ; illustrated by Rafael López

An uplifting story that will inspire kids, especially brown girls and boys, to dream. Full review >

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