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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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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
Peiling and the Chicken-Fried Christmas
Pauline Chen
For the child who feels caught between their family's heritage and the desire to fit in with school friends during the h
Ages 8–12
From Sea to Shining Sea: A Treasury of American Folklore and Folksongs
Amy Cohn
For the family wanting to explore the many voices of the American past, this vibrant collection uses songs and stories t
Ages 6–12
Jayden's Impossible Garden
Mélina Mangal
For the child who thinks nature only happens in far-off forests. Jayden and his neighbor discover that wonder and greene
Ages 4–9
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
Crazy Horse: Great Warrior of the Sioux
Shannon Garst
For the child who values loyalty and bravery, this narrative biography explores how a young boy grew into a legendary le
Ages 10–14
Can't Stop Won't Stop: A Hip-Hop History (YR Edition)
Jeff Chang, Dave Cook
For the teen who wants to understand the heartbeat of modern culture through the lens of music, activism, and the histor
Ages 12–18
Best Kind of Mooncake, The
Pearl AuYeung
For the child learning about the power of a small gift: a young girl in a busy market discovers how sharing her favorite
Ages 4–8
Maggie's Chopsticks
Alan Woo
For the child feeling overwhelmed by 'the right way' to do things, Maggie's dinner table struggle celebrates finding you
Ages 4–8
Don't Sneeze at the Wedding
Pamela Mayer
For the child feeling nervous about a big role in a special event, this story offers a comforting look at managing worri
Ages 4–8
Kimchi & Calamari
Rose Kent
For the teen or preteen navigating the complex feelings of being a transracial adoptee and wanting to connect with their
Ages 9–13
The Nutcracker in Harlem
T. E. McMorrow
For the child who feels a bit shy or quiet, this vibrant reimagining of a holiday classic shows how finding your own cre
Ages 4–8
The Mask That Sang
Susan Currie
For the child navigating housing insecurity or searching for a sense of belonging in their family history.
Ages 8–12
The Moonlit Vine
Elizabeth Santiago
For the teen seeking to understand their roots and find their voice. Taína discovers a powerful ancestral connection tha
Ages 12–18
Speak UP, Speak OUT! The Extraordinary Life of "Fighting Shirley Chisholm"
Tonya Bolden
For the young leader who feels their voice doesn't matter yet: discover how a girl from Brooklyn grew up to challenge th
Ages 10–14
A Season for Mangoes
Regina Hanson
For the child learning that saying goodbye to a loved one can be a celebration of a life well-lived. This story explores
Ages 5–9
Holling C. Holling Geography Series #2
Seabird
Holling C. Holling
For the child curious about how the world changes over time, this classic journey explores how technology and travel evo
Ages 8–12
Three Scoops and a Fig
Sara Laux Akin
For the child who feels left out because they are the smallest in the family. Sofia discovers that being little doesn't
Ages 4–8
Bea Breaks Barriers!: How Florence Beatrice Price's Music Triumphed over Prejudice
Caitlin DeLems
For the child who loves music but feels held back by rules or unfairness, this story shows how passion and persistence c
Ages 4–8
Fish for the Grand Lady
written and ill. by Colin Bootman
For the child learning the importance of contributing to their family. Two brothers work together along the Trinidadian
Ages 5–9
Dragon of the Lost Sea
Laurence Yep
For the child curious about their roots or how family stories travel through time. This multi-generational tale celebrat
Ages 8–12
Simply Sarah #1
Eating Enchiladas
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
For the child who feels overwhelmed by school projects or worries about being unique. Sarah finds inspiration through a
Ages 7–9
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
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
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