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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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Octopus Stew
written and illustrated by Eric Velasquez
For the creative child who turns everyday chores into epic adventures, this vibrant story celebrates the power of imagin
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
Dancing at the Odinochka
Kirkpatrick Hill
For the child curious about how cultures blend, this story explores a girl's changing world as her Alaskan home transiti
Ages 8–12
Rabbit's Snow Dance
as told by James and Joseph Bruchac
For the impulsive child who struggles to wait, this humorous legend explains why shortcuts can lead to surprising conseq
Ages 4–8
Anna Hibiscus
Splash, Anna Hibiscus!
Atinuke
For the child who is ready for a big splash but needs to find their own courage (and some company) when the waves look a
Ages 3–7
The Night Market
Seina Wedlick
For the child curious about how people live across the globe, this rhythmic journey captures the sensory magic and cultu
Ages 4–8
Pattan's Pumpkin
Chitra Soundar
For the child who loves the magic of nature and wants to understand how communities come together to protect our planet
Ages 4–8
Seeking Freedom: The Untold Story of Fortress Monroe and the Ending of Slavery in America
Selene Castrovilla
For the child learning how one person's courage can change history. This moving true story explores the pursuit of liber
Ages 7–11
Sea-Ringed World, The: Sacred Stories of the Americas
María García Esperón
For the young reader seeking to connect with their roots or marvel at the vast, diverse spiritual heritage of the indige
Ages 10–18
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
First Concepts in Mexican Folk Art #2
Opuestos
Cynthia Weill
For the curious toddler discovering that the world is full of differences, from big to small. Explore the art of Mexican
Ages 0–4
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
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
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
Magic Trash: A Story of Tyree Guyton and His Art
J. H. Shapiro
For the child who sees treasure in the recycling bin or wants to know how one person can improve a neighborhood. A vibra
Ages 5–9
Around the World #2
Families Around the World
Margriet Ruurs
For the child curious about how peers live in different parts of the world. This welcoming guide explores how family lif
Ages 4–8
Escape of Robert Smalls, The
Jehan Jones-Radgowski
For the child learning how courage and quick thinking can change history: a tense, true account of a man who outsmarted
Ages 6–9
The One Book
Moses D. Powe
For the child curious about their place in the world, this rhythmic journey explores how 'one' connects us all through m
Ages 4–8
Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah
Linda Leopold Strauss
For children discovering that protecting shared history brings people together. This true story follows a precious manus
Ages 6–10
Kamishibai Man
Allen Say
For the child curious about how the world changes over time, this story explores the bridge between old traditions and m
Ages 4–9
First Concepts in Mexican Folk Art #1
ABeCedarios
Cynthia Weill
For parents wanting to introduce the Spanish alphabet through vibrant Mexican folk art, this book transforms a first ABC
Ages 0–4
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
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
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
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