A joyous family

I'm your peanut butter big brother by Selina Alko celebrates the skin color differences within the family with fun food words. In a loving manner the peanut-butter- big -brother- to- be describes himself and enjoys the neighbors. He wonders about skin, eyes, lips. This first book has amazing colors and illustrations that fly off the page and grab your attention.

Trouble by Gary D. Schmidt

Family issues abound in this story told by Henry about his older brother's accident and the many repercussions.
The intertwining of Henry growing up and the family's and community's reactions to trouble make the reader think.

Roots & Wings

Roots & Wings by Many Ly features a young teen confronting her Cambodian past. Her mother has always remained quiet about the family's time in a community in Florida but when Grace's grandmother , Noree dies, her Mom decides to give her a full Cambodian funeral in Florida. The surprises don't stop for Grace as she begins to understand her mother, her past and the changes that are happening with her mother.