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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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When Louis Armstrong Taught Me Scat
Muriel Harris Weinstein
For the child who loves making up their own silly sounds or dancing to a beat, this joyful dreamscape celebrates finding
Ages 4–8
Grandparent Dinosaur
Bubbesaurus and Me
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who shares a special, playful bond with a grandmother and loves imagining everyday moments as prehistoric
Ages 2–5
Piñatas and Paper Flowers
Lila Perl, Alma Flor Ada
For children curious about their heritage or classmates' traditions, this bilingual guide brings the vibrant holidays of
Ages 8–12
For You are a Kenyan Child
Kelly Cunnane
For the child curious about the daily rhythms of others, this sensory journey celebrates the vibrant community, animals,
Ages 3–8
Cosmic Wonder: Halley's Comet and Humankind
Ashley Yazdani
For the curious child marveling at the night sky, this sweeping journey through time explores how one celestial visitor
Ages 4–9
Bold Kids' Facts and Picture Books
Nebraska
Bold Kids
For the young explorer curious about the world beyond their backyard, this colorful guide introduces the history, symbol
Ages 5–9
Holidays
The Pilgrims' First Thanksgiving
Jessica Gunderson
For the child curious about how a community survives against the odds through cooperation and help from new neighbors.
Ages 6–9
Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo (Poems)
Linda Sue Park
Sijo poems use a specific rhythm and syllable count to build up a topic before hitting you with a sudden, funny, or iron
Ages 7–12
Why We Dance: A Story of Hope and Healing
Deidre Havrelock
For the child feeling nervous about their first big performance, this lyrical story shares how ancestral traditions can
Ages 4–8
Happy Hanukkah Rebus
David A. Adler
Sharon learns the ancient story of Hanukkah through a playful series of picture puzzles that invite everyone to solve th
Ages 4–8
Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids
Philippines Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids
Marilyn Trueluck
For the curious child or family looking to explore their heritage, this vibrant guide brings the islands, wildlife, and
Ages 5–9
Facing the Lion: Growing Up Maasai on the African Savanna
Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton
Life on the African savanna involves facing lions and honoring Maasai traditions in this true story of growing up in Ken
Ages 10–14
Primary Source Detectives
Who Marched for Civil Rights?
Richard Spilsbury
For the student curious about how ordinary people change the world, this guide uses primary sources to explore the brave
Ages 8–12
Many Thousand Gone: African Americans from Slavery to Freedom
Virginia Hamilton
For the child curious about real-life heroes who fought for liberty. This collection of historical accounts honors the g
Ages 8–12
American Indian Life #2
The Creek: The Past and Present of the Muscogee
Danielle Smith-Llera
For the child curious about the true history of the land they live on and how indigenous nations thrive and preserve the
Ages 8–12
The Hero Two Doors Down
Sharon Robinson
Eight-year-old Steven is a Dodgers superfan living in Brooklyn whose simple life changes when a true baseball hero moves
Ages 8–12
Our Cute Family Valentine
Ivan Gerald
For the child learning how to express affection and celebrate the people closest to them. This gentle graphic novel high
Ages 4–8
The Great Ancestor Hunt
Lila Perl
Step-by-step instructions and government resources provide the tools needed to dig through history and track down your o
Ages 9–14
Counting for 10 #2
Christmas for 10
Cathryn Falwell
For families looking to turn the excitement of holiday preparation into a gentle learning moment. This rhythmic counting
Ages 2–5
Tiger Moth #4
Tiger Moth and the Dragon Kite Contest
Aaron Reynolds
The Chinese New Year celebration takes a chaotic turn when ninja insects Tiger Moth and Kung Pow face off against their
Ages 7–10
My Place
My School, Your School, Our Schools
Emma Carlson Berne
For the curious child wondering how other kids spend their day, this global tour of classrooms fosters empathy and an ea
Ages 4–8
My First Language Books for Kids
My Vietnamese Number Picture Book for Kids
Marilyn Trueluck
For families looking to bridge the gap between English and Vietnamese, this bright guide makes learning first numbers a
Ages 1–5
Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids
Greece Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids
Marilyn Trueluck
For the curious young explorer eager to learn about the world beyond their backyard. This bright introduction uses simpl
Ages 3–7
Yasmin #8
Yasmin the Director
Saadia Faruqi
For the creative child who loves to take charge and needs a nudge in learning how to lead with kindness and cooperation.
Ages 5–8
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