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Books for Cultural Identity for Ages 0–3 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Cultural Identity for Ages 0–3

The earliest years are when children first begin to see themselves reflected in the world, or not. These 573 board books and first stories celebrate the beauty and specificity of cultural traditions, family practices, and the visual richness of diverse lives.

573 books

Cover of My First Gujarati Vegetables & Spices Picture Book

My First Gujarati Vegetables & Spices Picture Book

For families looking to bridge the gap between English and Gujarati, this vibrant guide uses real photos to help toddler

Cover of Magical Hijabs: A Colorful Exploration

Magical Hijabs: A Colorful Exploration

Maryam Pardawala

For the child curious about the headscarves they see in their community, this vibrant book celebrates the hijab through

Cover of Danbi's Favorite Day

Danbi's Favorite Day

For the child eager to share their family traditions who realizes that a perfect celebration isn't about grand plans, bu

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Cover of I Am Latino: The Beauty in Me

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Striking photographs and sensory language honor the vibrant music, delicious foods, and rich traditions that make up the

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For the family wanting to pass down their native language, this bilingual guide helps toddlers connect their bodies to t

Cover of Halala Means Welcome: A Book of Zulu Words

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For the child curious about how friends greet each other around the world. This vibrant book introduces the Zulu languag

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Happy to Be Nappy

Radiate confidence and pride in this rhythmic, joyful celebration of the beauty and spirit found in nappy hair.

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For families looking to connect with Afghan heritage, this bilingual guide makes learning to count in Pashto accessible

Cover of Little Dumplings

Little Dumplings

Jekka Kuhlmann, Krissy Kuhlmann

For little foodies and families who want to share their global heritage through the universal language of a warm, delici

Cover of Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes

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For parents seeking to introduce children to the beauty of Islamic culture and the joy of finding math in the world thro

Cover of Brown Sugar Babies

Brown Sugar Babies

Charles R. Smith Jr.

For the parent looking to surround their little one with affirmations of beauty, this rhythmic celebration mirrors the w

Cover of For You are a Kenyan Child

For You are a Kenyan Child

For the child curious about the daily rhythms of others, this sensory journey celebrates the vibrant community, animals,

Cover of My Pashto Alphabet: Words & Picture Book for Kids

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Marilyn Trueluck

For families looking to bridge the gap between English and heritage languages, this book introduces little ones to the P

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St. Clair Detrick-Jules

For the little one starting to notice similarities with family, this book celebrates the beauty of Black hair and the jo

Cover of First Thousand Words in Chinese

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First Thousand Words in Chinese

For families beginning their Mandarin journey, this vibrant search and find book uses everyday scenes to build a foundat

Cover of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr

Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr

For the curious child asking about their Muslim neighbor's traditions or families looking to share their own celebration

Cover of My Māori Colours

My Māori Colours

For parents wanting to weave heritage into every day, this bilingual board book uses iconic New Zealand treasures to tea

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Marilyn Trueluck

For the child preparing to visit family in Croatia or exploring their heritage at home, this primer builds language conf

Cover of The Everlasting Embrace

The Everlasting Embrace

Gabrielle Emanuel

A child experiences the sights and sounds of Mali from the safe, warm cradle of a blanket on her mother’s back.

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A is for Africa

Tabi Bonney, Zelle Bonney

For children ready to explore the world beyond their backyard, this rhythmic journey celebrates the vibrant cultures and

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For children starting to notice physical differences, this poetic book explores how our skin is just a covering for the

Cover of Countdown for Nochebuena

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For families wanting to share the vibrant traditions of Nochebuena, this rhythmic countdown captures the warmth and exci

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