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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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No More Señora Mimí
Meg Medina
For the child adjusting to a change in their daily routine or saying goodbye to a trusted caregiver who has become like
Ages 4–8
Buffalo Hunt
Russell Freedman
The Great Plains tribes relied on the buffalo for everything from food to folklore, honoring the animal through ingeniou
Ages 8–12
Through My Eyes
Ruby Bridges
A six-year-old girl stands at the center of history as she shares her personal experience of integrating a New Orleans e
Ages 8–12
Until We Meet Again
Renee Collins
For the child navigating the heavy quiet of grief, June's journey to China reveals that memories and heritage can create
Ages 8–12
Caroline McAlister Biographies #3
A Line Can Go Anywhere: The Brilliant, Resilient Life of Artist Ruth Asawa
Caroline McAlister
For the child finding their way through difficult times, this story shows how simple materials and a resilient spirit ca
Ages 4–8
Fun Facts: Places #10
Thailand Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids
Marilyn Trueluck
For the child who is curious about the world, this vibrant guide uses real photography to introduce the colors, food, an
Ages 3–8
The Jack Tales
Richard Chase
For the child who loves outsmarting the 'big guys,' these classic mountain tales celebrate quick thinking and grit throu
Ages 8–12
Rites of Passage: Stories About Growing Up by Black Writers from Around the World
Tonya Bolden
Seventeen acclaimed authors share stories of young people of African descent as they face the universal challenges and t
Ages 12–18
American Heroes
Jo Albee
Meet legendary figures like George Washington and Sally Ride in these short biographies designed to help emerging reader
Ages 5–7
Latsch Valley #1
Stairstep Farm: Anna Rose's Story
Anne Pellowski
Anna Rose lives a lively life on a farm full of many brothers and sisters in this story of a Polish-American childhood.
Ages 8–12
Tap-Tap
Karen Lynn Williams
A mother and daughter celebrate a successful day at the market with a bumpy, vibrant ride home on a Haitian tap-tap truc
Ages 4–8
Primary Source Detectives
Who Traveled the Underground Railroad?
Cath Senker
For the child curious about real-life heroes who fought for justice. This book explores the brave individuals who risked
Ages 8–12
Rangitoto
Rangitoto: The Rock Standing in the Ocean
Maria Gill
For the curious child marveling at local landmarks or wondering how the earth was formed, this book weaves together geol
Ages 7–11
The Young Landlords
Walter Dean Myers
For the teenager looking to make a difference in their neighborhood, this story explores how a group of friends balances
Ages 12–16
Jump Back, Honey: The Poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar
Paul Laurence Dunbar
For the family looking to celebrate Black heritage through the soulful rhythms of poetry, capturing both the joys of nat
Ages 5–12
Holiday Symbols #1
Lilies, Rabbits, and Painted Eggs
Edna Barth
Uncover the fascinating history behind spring traditions, from ancient pagan customs to the modern stories of the Easter
Ages 8–12
Excavating the Past
The Indus Valley
Ilona Aronovsky, Sujata Gopinath
Hidden ruins and buried artifacts come to light as excavations reveal the daily secrets of an ancient civilization.
Ages 8–12
Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids
Malaysia
Marilyn Trueluck
For the curious student starting a geography project or a child preparing for a big move to Southeast Asia, this guide e
Ages 6–10
The Demons of Rajpur: Five Tales from Bengal
Betsy Bang
Clever heroes face off against fearsome supernatural beings in this vibrant collection of five traditional tales from Be
Ages 8–12
Celebrate!
Celebrate Constitution Day
Yvonne Pearson
For the early learner curious about how laws are made and why we celebrate the foundations of American democracy with pa
Ages 5–8
Ellen Takes Flight: The Life of Astronaut Ellen Ochoa
Doreen Rappaport
For the child who loves to ask 'how' and 'why,' this inspiring biography shows how lifelong curiosity and hard work can
Ages 6–9
Holiday Symbols #5
Shamrocks, Harps, and Shillelaghs
Edna Barth
The true origins of harps, shillelaghs, and leprechauns come to light in this look at the history and legends behind St.
Ages 8–12
Fireworks, Picnics, and Flags
James Cross Giblin
For the curious child who wonders why we eat hot dogs and watch the sky explode on the Fourth of July. A fascinating loo
Ages 8–12
The Fold
An Na
For the teenager navigating the pressure of cultural beauty standards and the complex journey of learning to love their
Ages 12–17
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