Comments on: 30 Emotional Children’s Books About Poverty & Homelessness

By: Melissa Taylor

Melissa Taylor — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 19:23:51 +0000

In reply to Christina Hopkins. Thanks, Christina. Yes, some favorites were Maddi's Fridge, The Hundred Dresses, Front Desk, Crenshaw, and Okay for Now.

By: Christina Hopkins

Christina Hopkins — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:20:27 +0000

Hello! I really like the list you created. I have read a couple of them for an assignment I have, to identify children’s books for the diverse students I will likely have in my future classroom. These books can easily start a discussion or help a child feel seen. I am beginning to learn about how to make lessons plans with read a louds to support the content I am teaching and get the students engaged. I think you mentioned on this blog that you are a mom and former elementary teacher. Have you had a chance to read some of these books to your students or child? If so, do you remember which were their favorites, some questions they had, or how they felt about the books?
Thank you.

By: Melissa Taylor

Melissa Taylor — Tue, 24 May 2022 15:16:53 +0000

In reply to Janet Williamson. Thank you, Janet!

By: Janet Williamson

Janet Williamson — Sat, 21 May 2022 18:20:18 +0000

To add to this list, I’d recommend Living at Langster Motel by Cindy Sabulis, about a girl and her family who live in a motel. Lot of good messages in there without being preachy. For middle school aged kids.

By: Melissa Taylor

Melissa Taylor — Wed, 25 Oct 2017 15:19:11 +0000

In reply to April Graney. thanks! Can't wait to check it out. :)

By: April Graney

April Graney — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 22:08:26 +0000

Thank you for this list! Such a significant topic to talk with our children about. You may also love my recently released chidlren’s book, The Marvelous Mud House. A story of finding fullness and joy that addresses what we can do to help those living around the world who need help with school fees. http://www.aprilgraney.com/p/the-marvelous-mud-house.html

By: Melissa Taylor

Melissa Taylor — Wed, 06 Sep 2017 16:11:12 +0000

In reply to Ms.K. I can do that!

By: Melissa Taylor

Melissa Taylor — Wed, 06 Sep 2017 16:09:53 +0000

In reply to Sarah. thanks for sharing your perspective.