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Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
6,610 books
0–3 yrs
853 books
4–7 yrs
3416 books
8–11 yrs
1627 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Grandpa Across the Ocean
Hyewon Yum
For the child feeling nervous about visiting far-away relatives, this story shows how love transcends language barriers
Ages 4–8
The Beautiful Layers of Me
Sophia Payne
For the child feeling self-conscious about their heritage or traditions, this gentle story follows a girl's journey from
Ages 4–8
Skeletina #2
Skeletina and the Greedy Tooth Fairy
Susie Jaramillo
For the child learning to set boundaries, Skeletina navigates a spooky-sweet world to stop a greedy visitor from taking
Ages 4–8
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My Hair Is Like... #2
My Hair Is Like Yours
St. Clair Detrick-Jules
For the little one starting to notice similarities with family, this book celebrates the beauty of Black hair and the jo
Ages 0–3
Lola Levine #4
Lola Levine and the Vacation Dream
Monica Brown
For the child curious about their heritage or preparing for a big family trip, this story explores the joy of visiting f
Ages 6–9
When Thunder Comes: Poems for Civil Rights Leaders
J. Patrick Lewis
For the child curious about why the world looks the way it does: these poems celebrate the brave people who stood up for
Ages 8–12
Ling & Ting #4
Ling & Ting's Lunar New Year: Two Times Lucky
Grace Lin
For the child learning that being identical doesn't mean being the same. A sweet celebration of twin bonds and Chinese N
Ages 5–8
Letters from a Slave Boy: The Story of Joseph Jacobs
Mary E. Lyons
Through secret letters, nine-year-old Joseph Jacobs records his life in 1839 North Carolina as he searches for the truth
Ages 9–13
Riddle Me, Riddle Me, Ree
Maria Leach
For the curious child who loves to stump their parents and friends with clever wordplay while discovering how people aro
Ages 8–12
What Was?
What Was the Trail of Tears?
Sean Teuton, Who HQ
For the child asking about fairness in history, this book offers a sensitive look at how Indigenous nations were forced
Ages 8–12
Introducing Continents #3
Introducing Europe
Chris Oxlade
Vibrant photos and clear maps lead the way through the cities, landmarks, and wild animals that make the continent of Eu
Ages 7–9
John Philip Duck
Patricia Polacco
A young boy in Depression-era Memphis trains his pet duck to perform in a grand hotel fountain, leading to the creation
Ages 4–9
Hidden Hope: How a Toy and a Hero Saved Lives During the Holocaust
Elisa Boxer
For the child curious about history and real-life heroes who stood up against unfairness using cleverness and courage du
Ages 6–10
Seeds of Freedom: The Peaceful Integration of Huntsville, Alabama
Hester Bass
For the child learning about fairness and the power of peace. This true story shows how a community used creativity and
Ages 6–10
The Sandman and the Turtles
Michael Morpurgo
A summer visit to the Welsh coast turns magical when Michael helps his cousin build a sand giant that unexpectedly wakes
Ages 7–10
Ruby Lu #1
Ruby Lu, Brave and True
Lenore Look
For the spirited child navigating family expectations and new arrivals, this story celebrates finding your voice and sta
Ages 6–9
One, Two, Three Dim Sum
One, Two, Three Dim Sum: A Mandarin-English Counting Book
Rich Lo
Introduce your little one to the delicious world of dim sum while practicing numbers. A bilingual treat that celebrates
Ages 0–3
Niño #1
Niño Wrestles the World
Yuyi Morales
For the child who turns every living room into a grand arena: Niño faces off against folklore monsters using his imagina
Ages 4–8
Hearts Unbroken
Cynthia Leitich Smith
Louise dumps her boyfriend after his offensive remarks, only to find herself reporting on a school musical controversy t
Ages 12–18
This Is Me: A Story of Who We Are and Where We Came From
Jamie Lee Curtis
Imagine leaving home for a new country with only one small suitcase. Rhyming words and bright art ask: what essential th
Ages 4–8
Your Passport To...
Kenya
Kaitlyn Duling
For the curious child eager to explore the world, this vibrant guide offers an inviting first look at the landscapes, pe
Ages 5–9
Hair Stories
Don't Touch My Hair!
Sharee Miller
A young girl finds creative ways to outrun curious hands in this lighthearted lesson on asking for permission and respec
Ages 4–8
Dancing Dumplings for My One and Only
Eva Wong Nava
For the child feeling helpless when a loved one is unwell, this story shows how small acts of care and traditional flavo
Ages 4–8
Biography from A to Z
Malcolm X: Force for Change
Kristin Thoennes Keller
For children beginning to ask about fairness and history, this accessible biography introduces the life and evolution of
Ages 7–10
