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Books for Celebrating Heritage
6,693 books
0–3 yrs
862 books
4–7 yrs
3457 books
8–11 yrs
1656 books
12–18 yrs
402 books
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Ketanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Kekla Magoon
For the child who needs to see that big dreams are achievable through hard work, this inspiring biography celebrates the
Ages 4–8
Amaterasu: Return of the Sun
Paul D. Storrie
For the child struggling with big feelings or withdrawal, this ancient Japanese myth explores how a goddess finds her wa
Ages 9–14
Alvin Ho #6
Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions
Lenore Look
For the child who worries about everything new, this story follows a second-grader facing his biggest phobias while visi
Ages 7–10
The Lee Family #2
Dream Soul
Laurence Yep
For the child navigating the tension between their family's traditional values and the flashy appeal of a neighbor's mor
Ages 8–12
Saving American Beach: The Biography of African American Environmentalist MaVynee Betsch
Heidi Tyline King
For the child learning how one person can protect the earth, this vibrant biography shows how a bold activist saved a hi
Ages 4–8
Why Does the Coqui Sing?
Barbara Garland Polikoff
For the child struggling to find their place after a big move, this story explores homesickness and the slow, beautiful
Ages 8–12
The Truth About My Bat Mitzvah
Nora Raleigh Baskin
For the child in an interfaith family navigating their own path, this story explores how to honor heritage and find belo
Ages 8–12
Wabi: A Hero's Tale
Joseph Bruchac
For the child grappling with where they belong, this lyrical Abenaki legend explores the courage it takes to honor your
Ages 10–14
Born to Swing
Mara Rockliff
For the child who loves making their own music and needs to see that with hard work and a bold spirit, they can lead the
Ages 4–8
Toypurina: Japchivit Leader, Medicine Woman, Tongva Rebel
Cheyenne M. Stone, Glenda Armand
For the child grappling with the meaning of fairness or wanting to learn about the real heroes who stood up against inju
Ages 7–11
Rin, Rin, Rin Do, Re, Mi
José-Luis Orozco
For the family looking to turn daily chores into a musical celebration. This rhythmic, bilingual story transforms routin
Ages 2–6
This Place
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For teens and young adults seeking to understand the deep, often untold history of Indigenous people in Canada through p
Ages 12–18
Kindness
Sarah Conover
For the child curious about why being kind matters. These ancient Buddhist tales show how small acts of compassion can c
Ages 6–11
Shooting Kabul
Saving Kabul Corner
N. H. Senzai
For the child navigating the complexities of heritage and family history while trying to make sense of conflict in their
Ages 8–12
I See the Sun
I See the Sun in Afghanistan
Dedie King
For the child curious about lives in other lands, this gentle story bridges cultures by showing the shared rhythms of fa
Ages 5–9
What We Wear
Maya Ajmera, Elise Hofer Derstine, Cynthia Pon
For the child curious about how peers live around the globe, this photographic journey celebrates the beautiful variety
Ages 3–8
Story of Civil War Hero Robert Smalls, The [The Story Of series)
Janet Halfmann
For the child curious about real-life heroes who used their wits and courage to change history and claim their own freed
Ages 8–12
Jeremy's Dreidel
Ellie Gellman
For the child wanting to make holiday celebrations accessible for everyone. This touching story follows a boy who uses h
Ages 5–8
Sky Wolf's Call: The Gift of Indigenous Knowledge
Eldon Yellowhorn, Kathy Lowinger
For the curious learner interested in the planet's future, this book weaves together Indigenous wisdom and modern scienc
Ages 9–12
Blanca's Feather
Antonio Hernández Madrigal
For the child feeling frustrated when things don't go as planned, this gentle story shows how a small symbol can carry a
Ages 4–8
M Is For Moose: A Charles Pachter Alphabet
Charles Pachter
For the child curious about art and the world around them, this alphabet book uses bold paintings to explore Canadian sy
Ages 3–7
Kiranmala and the Kingdom Beyond #2
Game of Stars
Sayantani DasGupta
For the child navigating multiple cultural identities who needs to see that their unique background is actually a world-
Ages 8–12
The Frog Princess: A Tlingit Legend from Alaska
Eric A. Kimmel
For the child exploring their family history and heritage, this legend explains the origin of a tribal crest through a m
Ages 5–9
Geraldine Pu #1
Geraldine Pu and Her Lunch Box, Too!
Maggie P. Chang
For the child who has ever felt embarrassed by their unique family traditions or felt like an outsider in the lunchroom.
Ages 6–9
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