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Books for Celebrating Heritage
3,706 books
0–3 yrs
577 books
4–7 yrs
1870 books
8–11 yrs
816 books
12–18 yrs
232 books
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Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride
Pam Muñoz Ryan
For the child who needs to see that history is made by those who follow their curiosity and break the rules of what is e
Ages 5–10
One Day in the Tropical Rain Forest
Jean Craighead George
For the child who loves exploring the backyard and wants to protect the wild places they see on screen. Discover the urg
Ages 7–10
Pitching in for Eubie
Jerdine Nolen
For the child who wants to help their family during a big transition, this story follows Lily as she finds creative ways
Ages 4–8
First Thanksgiving, The
Jean Craighead George
For the child curious about how the Thanksgiving holiday began, this classic look at the 1621 harvest feast introduces t
Ages 6–10
Snow Bear, The
Liliana Stafford
For the child who wonders about the deep bonds of friendship that transcend time and species, even when life takes us on
Ages 5–9
The Legendborn Cycle #1
Legendborn
Tracy Deonn
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of grief and the search for where they belong while discovering hidden laye
Ages 13–18
Last Algonquin, The
Theodore L. Kazimiroff
For the child who feels like an outsider or is fascinated by how people lived long ago. Discover the true story of a man
Ages 10–14
Hopeless in Hope
Wanda John-Kehewin
For the teen processing the weight of family separation, this story offers a path through foster care and the healing po
Ages 12–17
The Barefoot Book of Anthologies
The Barefoot Book of Princesses
Caitlín Matthews
For the girl who wants to see herself as the hero of her own story. These diverse global folktales celebrate cleverness
Ages 6–10
Fatima's Great Outdoors
Ambreen Tariq
For the child who feels like an outsider at school and needs a reminder that they are brave, capable, and belong in ever
Ages 4–8
Yours for Justice, Ida B. Wells: The Daring Life of a Crusading Journalist
Philip Dray
For the child noticing things are not always fair, this inspiring biography follows a woman who used her pen and her voi
Ages 8–12
Barefoot Books
The Barefoot Book of Heroic Children
Rebecca Hazell
For the child who needs to know that age is no barrier to courage. These true stories of young heroes show how kids can
Ages 8–12
We're in This Together
Linda Sarsour
For the young person starting to notice unfairness in the world and wondering how one person can make a difference throu
Ages 10–14
The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses
Paul Goble
For the child who feels a profound connection to animals and nature, this lyrical tale celebrates finding a sense of bel
Ages 4–9
Sisters of the Neversea
Cynthia Leitich Smith
For the child navigating a changing family dynamic who needs to see that their heritage and their voice have the power t
Ages 8–12
Great Wall of China, The
Leonard Everett Fisher
For the child curious about how the world's most massive structures were built and the ancient leaders who envisioned th
Ages 7–11
Elizabeti #3
Elizabeti's School
Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen
For the child who feels torn between the excitement of a new classroom and the comfort of being at home with family.
Ages 4–8
Mother Goose
The Alaska Mother Goose
Shelley Gill
For the child who loves the rhythm of Mother Goose but wants to explore the wilder world of the North and its animal inh
Ages 3–7
One-Room School
Raymond Bial
For the child curious about how their great-grandparents learned, this book explores the simple, hardworking world of th
Ages 7–11
Mama's Chicken and Dumplings
Dionna L. Mann
For the child learning to navigate peer rivalries while balancing big dreams and family changes in a close-knit communit
Ages 8–12
Black, Bold & Beautiful
Jemema Thomas
For the teen processing systemic unfairness and finding the courage to fight for their community's heritage and rights.
Ages 13–18
Liberty!
Allan Drummond
For the child curious about history and the meaning of national symbols. This book brings the excitement of the Statue o
Ages 4–9
All Our Relatives
Paul Goble
For the child curious about how they fit into the world around them, this book introduces the beauty of seeing nature an
Ages 5–10
Who is Allah? Islamic Book for Children
Unknown
For parents seeking a gentle way to introduce the concept of God, this book uses simple language to explain Allah's role
Ages 2–6
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