Books for Celebrating Heritage

Nine innings and nine generations of a single family tell the story of American history through a shared obsession with

Inheriting a grandmother's house brings more than just a roof over Cass's head when she finds a singing mask that reveal

Personal essays, poems, and graphic stories celebrate the vibrant and complex reality of growing up Mexican-American in

The Messenger of Death arrives in Tupik, pulling a boy and girl into a shadow-filled world of Hasidic mysticism, demons,

For children asking why laws aren't always fair, this history reveals how one man's ingenuity protected families navigat

Tyree Guyton sees art where others see trash, using paintbrushes and found objects to transform his Detroit neighborhood

A weak and sickly horse holds a mysterious secret that could save an entire tribe if one young boy has the faith to care

Tracing her lineage back through centuries of Puerto Rican history gives Taína the strength she needs to support her com

A flower girl worries her itchy nose might ruin Aunt Rachel’s big moment. Follow her through a Jewish wedding ceremony f

Peek behind the flaps to find a bright world of children with different styles, hobbies, and features that make every pe

For the child who struggles with apologizing or taking responsibility, this haunting tale shows how ignored mistakes can

Sareen joins her community for a vibrant sit-up celebration, finding comfort in shared stories and memories after the lo

For the child who thrives in bustling shared spaces and feels a deep sense of belonging among trees, neighbors, and the

For the child curious about different traditions, follow Katie as she navigates the excitement and small mishaps of vari

MaVynee Betsch uses her own body as a canvas of protest to protect her family's historic Florida beach from destruction

For the child finding their inner strength when they feel isolated. This historical survival story explores resilience t

Japanese students at a mountain school watch in amazement as an African American soldier performs incredible bicycle stu

For the child curious about why being kind matters. These ancient Buddhist tales show how small acts of compassion can c

Ramsey uses his wild storytelling skills and big imagination to rescue his grandma from a giant octopus in this tall tal

Memories of the Civil Rights Movement come to life as a son recalls the playful, loving man he knew simply as Dad. Oil a

Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie join forces to invent Bebop, a revolutionary jazz sound brought to life here through

Follow the early life of Ely Parker as he grows from a young Seneca boy into the powerful leader of the Iroquois nation

The true account of Raoul Wallenberg’s heroic mission to save thousands of Hungarian Jews from Nazi camps is told throug

When the river rises, Pattan and his wife transform a massive, magical pumpkin into a giant ark to save all the living t