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Books for Celebrating Heritage
6,610 books
0–3 yrs
853 books
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8–11 yrs
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12–18 yrs
398 books
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Write On, Mercy!: The Secret Life of Mercy Otis Warren
Gretchen Woelfle
Mercy Otis Warren defied the expectations of the Revolutionary War era to become a powerful writer, paving the way for g
Ages 6–10
Haifa: My Home Town
Judith Weinshall Liberman
For the child curious about life in a different time and place, this nostalgic memoir uses personal art to bridge the ga
Ages 6–11
Garden of the Spirit Bear: Life in the Great Northern Rainforest
Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
Deep within the Pacific Coast rainforest, rare white bears wander through old-growth trees in an ecosystem teeming with
Ages 7–10
How We Crossed the West: The Adventures of Lewis and Clark
Rosalyn Schanzer
Actual diary entries from Lewis and Clark pair with folk-art illustrations to reveal the plants, animals, and landscapes
Ages 7–11
Levi Strauss Gets a Bright Idea: A Fairly Fabricated Story of a Pair of Pants
Tony Johnston
California gold miners are wearing out their pants, until Levi Strauss uses tough canvas tent material to create a legen
Ages 5–10
Hasán's Adventures in Puerto Rico
Yvette Canoura
For the child curious about their heritage or preparing for a big trip, this vibrant journey explores the sights and sou
Ages 4–9
Canticos
My Little Donkey / Mi Burrito
Susie Jaramillo
For families looking to bond through song and celebrate Latino heritage with a festive, interactive bilingual journey to
Ages 0–3
Galápagos: Islands of Change
Leslie Bulion
Lyrical verse and scientific facts reveal how unique animals survive and change within the legendary Galápagos ecosystem
Ages 8–12
Little House
Pioneer Girl: The Story of Laura Ingalls Wilder
William Anderson
For the child who loves the Little House stories and wonders about the real girl behind the books. This biography explor
Ages 4–9
The Day of the Dead / El día de los muertos
Bob Barner
For children curious about how different cultures honor their ancestors, this bright bilingual book explores the joyous
Ages 4–8
Poppies for Peace
Jem Maracle
For the child learning about Remembrance Day or the history of conflict. This gentle story helps young readers understan
Ages 4–8
A is for Ackee
Nikko M. Fungchung
For parents wanting to share their Caribbean heritage or introduce toddlers to a colorful world of tropical fruits, vibr
Ages 0–3
Skywatcher
Jamie Hogan
One city boy looks past the bright streetlights to find the dazzling constellations he has only ever seen in the pages o
Ages 4–8
True Stories in Focus
Race Against Death
Deborah Hopkinson
Bravery shines through archival photos and accounts of Americans and Filipinos defending the Philippines during the hard
Ages 9–14
Raaga and Her Akka
Unknown
For the child who feels like they are constantly standing in an older sibling's shadow, navigating the bittersweet mix o
Ages 4–8
Pharaoh: Life and Afterlife of a God
David Kennett
Lush paintings reveal how Seti I and Ramesses II built a grand civilization and prepared for a divine transformation in
Ages 9–12
Canterbury Tales, The
Geoffrey Chaucer
Medieval England comes to life through seven classic tales of clever tricks and life lessons, retold in modern prose wit
Ages 9–14
What Isabella Wanted: Isabella Stewart Gardner Builds a Museum
Candace Fleming
Isabella Stewart Gardner followed her own rules to build an eclectic and controversial art collection that became a lege
Ages 4–9
Gingersnap
Patricia Reilly Giff
While her brother is away at war, nine-year-old Jayna follows mysterious clues to find the family roots she’s never know
Ages 8–12
Clues Are in the Poo, The: The Story of Dinosaur Scientist Karen Chin
Jane Kurtz, Karen Chin
Dinosaur dung holds incredible secrets about the prehistoric world. Follow Karen Chin as she examines fossilized poop to
Ages 6–10
They Called Me Burnt Head Collard Greens
Maxine Thomas Davis
For the child who has ever felt self-conscious about their hair or appearance, this story offers a path from being tease
Ages 4–8
We All Went on Safari: A Counting Journey Through Tanzania
Laurie Krebs
For the curious child eager to explore the world, this rhythmic journey introduces the beauty of Tanzanian culture while
Ages 4–8
Ancient Mayans History
The Mayans Gave Us Their Art and Architecture
Baby Professor
For the child who loves building with blocks and wonders about the ancient people who constructed giant stone pyramids a
Ages 6–10
World History Explorers
Who Freed the Slaves?
World History Explorers
For the child asking deep questions about unfairness in history and how brave people work together to change the world f
Ages 7–10
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