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Books for Celebrating Heritage
6,835 books
0–3 yrs
872 books
4–7 yrs
3527 books
8–11 yrs
1698 books
12–18 yrs
411 books
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The Color of My Words
Lynn Joseph
For the child finding their voice through creativity while navigating family secrets and the courage to stand up for the
Ages 10–14
Tales of the Feathered Serpent #1
Rise of the Halfling King
David Bowles
For the child who thrives on legendary adventures and needs to see that even the smallest hero can stand up against a po
Ages 8–12
Butterfly for a King: Saving Hawai‘i's Kamehameha Butterflies
Susan L. Roth, Cindy Trumbore
For the child who loves butterflies and wants to help the planet. This stunning collage book reveals how a community wor
Ages 6–11
Little Weaver of Thai Yen Village, The
Tran Khanh Tuyet
For the child processing a major life change or injury, this moving story explores how keeping cultural traditions alive
Ages 7–12
Alice Yazzie's Year
Ramona Maher
For the child exploring their own cultural identity or seeking a quiet, poetic reflection on growing up between traditio
Ages 9–13
Loud and Proud: The Life of Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm
Lesa Cline-Ransome
For the child who needs to know that their voice matters, even when they are told to be quiet. This biography celebrates
Ages 4–8
Saving the Buffalo
Albert Marrin
For the child who loves wildlife and wonders how we can protect it: explore the powerful history, near-loss, and hopeful
Ages 9–14
Lost at Windy River: A True Story of Survival
Trina Rathgeber
For the child needing to find their inner strength, this gripping true story shows how traditional knowledge and quiet c
Ages 6–10
A Kaleidoscope of Kids
Emma Damon
For the child noticing that friends have different hair, clothes, or traditions. This interactive book uses flaps to cel
Ages 3–7
Yamo's Village #1
The Most Beautiful Village in the World
written and illustrated by Yutaka Kobayashi
For children starting to notice world news or hard changes, this story honors the beauty and peace of a vibrant communit
Ages 5–9
They Dance in the Sky
Jean Guard Monroe, Ray A. Williamson
For the curious child who looks at the stars and wonders about the stories they hold. This collection bridges astronomy
Ages 10–15
Magic Trash: A Story of Tyree Guyton and His Art
J. H. Shapiro
For the child who sees treasure in the trash and wonders how one person can change a neighborhood. This story celebrates
Ages 5–10
Mystic Horse
Paul Goble
For the child who shows quiet kindness to others or feels overlooked. This Pawnee legend reveals how humility and care f
Ages 5–9
The Day Madear Voted
Wade Hudson
For the child learning about the importance of standing up for what's right. Witness a mother's quiet courage as she cas
Ages 6–10
Katie Woo
Katie Woo Celebrates
Fran Manushkin
For the child curious about different traditions, follow Katie as she navigates the excitement and small mishaps of vari
Ages 5–7
A Party in Ramadan
Asma Mobin-Uddin
For the child navigating religious traditions while wanting to fit in with friends, this story explores the balance of f
Ages 5–9
Moonlit Vine, The
Elizabeth Santiago
For the teen seeking to understand their roots and find their voice. Taína discovers a powerful ancestral connection tha
Ages 12–18
Brick By Brick
Charles R. Smith Jr.
For children ready to explore the complex history of the White House and the resilient, enslaved people who built it bri
Ages 6–10
The Master Swordsman & The Magic Doorway
Alice Provensen
For the child learning that mastery takes time, or the dreamer who finds magic in their own drawings. These classic tale
Ages 5–9
Bicycle Man
Allen Say
For the child curious about finding connection across cultures and languages. A beautiful look at how kindness and wonde
Ages 5–10
Girl Named Rosita, A: The Story of Rita Moreno: Actor, Singer, Dancer, Trailblazer!
Anika Aldamuy Denise
For the child who needs to see that their background is a superpower and that perseverance can break even the toughest b
Ages 4–8
The Boy in the Garden
Allen Say
For the child with a vivid imagination who gets lost in stories. This gentle tale bridges the gap between everyday life
Ages 4–8
The Golden Cricket
Marilee Joy Mayfield
For the child learning how small acts of kindness toward nature can lead to unexpected wonders and a bigger view of the
Ages 4–8
Time's Memory
Julius Lester
For the teen processing the weight of historical injustice and the search for ancestral roots. This powerful story explo
Ages 14–18
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