11 Top realistic fiction books like Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker

Cover of Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker

Nana Akua Goes to School

By: Tricia Elam Walker

4.48

Format: 34 pages, Hardcover

In this moving story that celebrates cultural diversity, a shy girl brings her West African grandmo…

If you liked the realistic fiction plot in Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker , here is a list of 11 books like this:

Cover of The Story of Ferdinand by Robert Lawson, Munro Leaf

1. The Story of Ferdinand

By: Robert Lawson , Munro Leaf

3.33

Format: 120 pages, Hardcover

A true classic with a timeless message, The Story of Ferdinandhas enchanted readers since it was fi… read more

Similar categories in Robert Lawson's The Story of Ferdinand book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • picture books
  • childrens
  • fiction

2. Grandfather's Journey

By: Allen Say

2.83

Format: 24 pages,

Lyrical, breathtaking, splendid--words used to describe Allen Say's Grandfather's Journeywhen it wa… read more

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3. Because

By: Mo Willems

4.31

Format: 40 pages, Hardcover

Mo Willems, a number one New York Times best-selling author and illustrator, composes a powerful sy… read more

Similar categories in Mo Willems's Because book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • childrens
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • family
  • fiction
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4. Someone Builds the Dream

By: Lisa Wheeler

4.37

Format: 48 pages, Hardcover

Buildings, bridges, and books don't exist without the laborers who are often invisible in the final… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • childrens
Cover of Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard

5. Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story

By: Kevin Noble Maillard

4.42

Format: 42 pages, Hardcover

Fry bread is food. It is warm and delicious, piled high on a plate. Fry bread is time. It brin… read more

Similar categories in Kevin Noble Maillard's Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • picture books
  • childrens
  • family
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6. Eyes that Kiss in the Corners

By: Joanna Ho

4.60

Format: 34 pages, Hardcover

A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes … read more

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  • cultural
  • childrens
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • fiction
  • family
"When Mama tucks me in at night, her eyes tell me I'm a miracle."

-Joanna Ho, Eyes that Kiss in the Corners

"Some people have eyes like sapphire lagoons with lashes like lace trims on ballgowns, sweeping their cheeks as they twirl."

-Joanna Ho, Eyes that Kiss in the Corners

"My eyes crinkle into crescent moons and sparkle like the stars. Gold flecks dance and twirl while stories whirl in their oolong pools, carrying tales of the past and hope for the future."

-Joanna Ho, Eyes that Kiss in the Corners

"Some people have eyes like sapphire lagoons with lashes like lace trim on ballgowns, sweeping their cheeks as they twirl. Big eyes, long lashes. Not me. I have eyes that kiss on the corners and glow …"

-Joanna Ho, Eyes that Kiss in the Corners

Cover of A Library by Nikki Giovanni

7. A Library

By: Nikki Giovanni

4.28

Format: 32 pages, Hardcover

In this lyrical picture book, world-renowned poet, New York Times bestselling author, and Coretta S… read more

Similar categories in Nikki Giovanni's A Library book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • african american
  • picture books
  • childrens
  • fiction
Cover of Mel Fell by Corey R. Tabor

8. Mel Fell

By: Corey R. Tabor

4.47

Format: 40 pages, Hardcover

A tale about self-confidence and taking a leap of faith, starring a kingfisher. Sometimes, you m… read more

Similar categories in Corey R. Tabor's Mel Fell book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • picture books
  • childrens
  • fiction
Cover of We Are Water Protectors: (Caldecott Medal Winner) by Carole Lindstrom

9. We Are Water Protectors: (Caldecott Medal Winner)

By: Carole Lindstrom

4.51

Format: 40 pages, Hardcover

Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues … read more

Similar categories in Carole Lindstrom's We Are Water Protectors: (Caldecott Medal Winner) book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • picture books
  • childrens
Cover of Thank You, Omu! (Caldecott Honor Book) by Oge Mora

10. Thank You, Omu! (Caldecott Honor Book)

By: Oge Mora

4.44

Format: 36 pages, Hardcover

A generous woman is rewarded by her community in this remarkable author-illustrator debut that's pe… read more

Similar categories in Oge Mora's Thank You, Omu! (Caldecott Honor Book) book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • childrens
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • fiction
  • family
  • african american
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11. The Proudest Blue

By: Ibtihaj Muhammad

4.56

Format: 36 pages, Hardcover

A powerful, vibrantly illustrated story about the first day of school–and two sisters on one’s firs… read more

Similar categories in Ibtihaj Muhammad's The Proudest Blue book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • childrens
  • school
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • fiction
  • family
Cover of Cicada Symphony by Sue Fliess

12. Cicada Symphony

By: Sue Fliess

4.14

Format: 32 pages, Kindle Edition

2024 ALA Notable Children's Book 2024 Texas 2x2 Reading List2023 Chicago Public Library Best Inform… read more

Similar categories in Sue Fliess's Cicada Symphony book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • picture books
  • childrens
Cover of Julián Is a Mermaid by Jessica     Love

13. Julián Is a Mermaid

By: Jessica Love

4.51

Format: 80 pages, Hardcover

In an exuberant picture book, a glimpse of costumed mermaids leaves one boy flooded with wonder and… read more

Similar categories in Jessica Love's Julián Is a Mermaid book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • childrens
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • family
  • fiction
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14. Root Magic

By: Eden Royce

4.20

Format: 352 pages, Hardcover

"A poignant, necessary entry into the children's literary canon, Root Magic brings to life the hist… read more

Similar categories in Eden Royce's Root Magic book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • family
  • childrens
  • fiction
Cover of Your Name Is a Song by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow

15. Your Name Is a Song

By: Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow

4.56

Format: 40 pages, Hardcover

Frustrated by a day full of teachers and classmates mispronouncing her beautiful name, a little gir… read more

Similar categories in Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow's Your Name Is a Song book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • childrens
  • school
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • fiction
  • family
  • african american
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16. Paletero Man

By: Lucky Diaz

4.21

Format: 32 pages, Hardcover

A truly refreshing picture book about determination, kindness, ice pops—and the true meaning of bei… read more

Similar categories in Lucky Diaz's Paletero Man book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • childrens
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • fiction
Cover of Nigel and the Moon by Antwan Eady

17. Nigel and the Moon

By: Antwan Eady

4.31

Format: 32 pages, Hardcover

From debut author Antwan Eady and artist Gracey Zhang comes a glowing tale about the young dreaming… read more

Similar categories in Antwan Eady's Nigel and the Moon book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • childrens
  • school
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • fiction
  • family
  • african american
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18. Freedom Soup

By: Tami Charles

4.29

Format: 32 pages, Hardcover

Join the celebration in the kitchen as a family makes their traditional New Year's soup -- and shar… read more

Similar categories in Tami Charles's Freedom Soup book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • childrens
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • family
Cover of Black Is a Rainbow Color by Angela Joy

19. Black Is a Rainbow Color

By: Angela Joy

4.53

Format: 40 pages, Hardcover

A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this moving and powerful anthem about a people, a… read more

Similar categories in Angela Joy's Black Is a Rainbow Color book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • african american
  • picture books
  • childrens
Cover of Empanadas for Everyone by Jackie Azúa Kramer

20. Empanadas for Everyone

By: Jackie Azúa Kramer

4.09

Format: 40 pages, Hardcover

In the vein of Thank You, Omu! and Bilal Cooks Daal comes a lyrical and nourishing tale about the i… read more

Similar categories in Jackie Azúa Kramer's Empanadas for Everyone book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • picture books
  • childrens
  • fiction
Cover of Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker

21. Nana Akua Goes to School

By: Tricia Elam Walker

4.48

Format: 34 pages, Hardcover

In this moving story that celebrates cultural diversity, a shy girl brings her West African grandmo… read more

Similar categories in Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School book and Tricia Elam Walker's Nana Akua Goes to School

  • cultural
  • africa
  • childrens
  • school
  • realistic fiction
  • picture books
  • fiction
  • family
  • ghana
  • african american

14 Best fiction books like Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker

Transform Your Habits

The Story of Ferdinand

Robert Lawson , Munro Leaf

3.33

Transform Your Habits

Because

Mo Willems

4.31

Transform Your Habits

Eyes that Kiss in the Corners

Joanna Ho

4.60

Transform Your Habits

A Library

Nikki Giovanni

4.28

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21 must-read childrens books like Cicada Symphony by Sue Fliess

Transform Your Habits

Big

Vashti Harrison

4.66

Transform Your Habits

Simon and the Better Bone

Corey R. Tabor

4.32

Transform Your Habits

Fox Has a Problem

Corey R. Tabor

4.27

Transform Your Habits

100 Mighty Dragons All Named Broccoli

David LaRochelle

4.19

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