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Books for Celebrating Heritage
6,610 books
0–3 yrs
853 books
4–7 yrs
3416 books
8–11 yrs
1627 books
12–18 yrs
398 books
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Me and Mary Kangaroo
Kevin Gilbert
For the child who shares a deep bond with a pet or the natural world, this rhythmic story celebrates an Aboriginal boy's
Ages 5–12
Amina's Voice
Hena Khan
For the child navigating changing friendships and the pressure to fit in while staying true to their culture and finding
Ages 8–12
Our Flag Was Still There
Jessie Hartland
For the child curious about why we sing the national anthem, this book reveals the collaborative effort and history behi
Ages 6–10
The Phoenix of Persia
Sally Pomme Clayton
For a child who feels different because of their appearance or heritage, this epic tale celebrates finding love and a ho
Ages 5–10
The Night Before #6
The Night Before Hanukkah
Natasha Wing
For the family looking to build excitement and understanding around Hanukkah traditions through a familiar, rhythmic cou
Ages 3–5
Middle Passage: White Ships/Black Cargo
Tom Feelings
For the young adult seeking to understand the profound gravity of history, this wordless masterpiece uses haunting art t
Ages 12–18
Everything Is Different at Nonna's House
Caron Lee Cohen
For children noticing differences in how families live, this gentle story explores the unique customs and history found
Ages 5–9
The Royal Diaries #15
Jahanara: Princess of Princesses
Kathryn Lasky
For the young reader seeking to understand their place in a complicated family or navigating the weight of high expectat
Ages 9–14
Hundred Years of Happiness
Thanhha Lai
For children navigating a grandparent's memory loss, this lyrical story uses the magic of a shared garden to bridge the
Ages 4–8
A History in Many Voices
At Ellis Island
Louise Peacock
For the child curious about their roots, this moving look at Ellis Island connects a modern visitor to the courageous jo
Ages 7–10
This Isn't about the Money
Sally Warner
For the child navigating the complex world of high society, family expectations, and the pressure to fit into a world de
Ages 14–18
Island Boyz: Short Stories
Graham Salisbury
For the young person navigating the transition to adulthood while seeking a sense of place and heritage within their fam
Ages 10–14
Wonder Horse: The True Story of the World's Smartest Horse
Emily Arnold McCully
For the child who loves animals and needs to see how patience and gentle words can achieve more than force.
Ages 5–9
The Listeners
Gloria Whelan
For the child curious about how small voices can make a big difference, this story explores finding hope and agency whil
Ages 6–10
Little Cliff #2
Little Cliff's First Day of School
Clifton L. Taulbert
For the child feeling overwhelmed by the unknown on their first day of school. A reassuring look at how community and fa
Ages 4–8
Tales of the World
Megan's Year: An Irish Traveler's Story
Gloria Whelan
For the child curious about different ways of living or navigating the feeling of being an outsider while moving between
Ages 6–10
Unhappy Camper
Lily LaMotte
For the child who feels caught between cultures or struggles to get along with a sibling while away from home.
Ages 8–12
A Medal for Leroy
Michael Morpurgo
For the child curious about their heritage and the hidden stories within their family tree, exploring how bravery and id
Ages 9–12
The Animal Series #1
The Cat Who Came to Lunch
Priyanka Agarwal Mehta
For the young explorer discovering the power of their own voice and the pioneers who paved the way for equality and just
Ages 6–10
My First Alaska Words #2
Food
Claire Neaton, Emma Teal Laukitis
For the curious toddler discovering the world's wonders, this board book celebrates the ocean's harvest with vibrant art
Ages 0–3
Alexander Jordan's ABC Books
ABC of Black and White Things
Alexander Jordan
For the child who loves the magic of classic animation. Explore a piece of history through Mickey Mouse's earliest adven
Ages 3–8
The Berenstain Bears Living Lights
The Joy of Giving
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain
For the child focusing more on their own Christmas list than the spirit of the season, this story helps re-center the ho
Ages 3–8
The Animal Series #3
The Leopard Who Came to Stretch
Priyanka Agarwal Mehta
For the child who needs a gentle nudge to get moving and find their inner calm through the art of stretching and movemen
Ages 2–6
The Berenstain Bears Living Lights
The Very First Easter
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain
For parents seeking to share the religious meaning of Easter through familiar faces, this gentle story explains the bibl
Ages 4–8
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