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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
Above the Rim How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball
Jen Bryant
For the child who loves sports but needs to understand how heroes are made off the court through courage and quiet stren
Ages 4–12
The Magic Moonberry Jump Ropes
Dakari Hru
For the child looking for their place in a game or a community, this rhythmic tale celebrates how shared joy and a bit o
Ages 4–8
Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids
Guangzhou Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids
Marilyn Trueluck
For the curious young explorer eager to learn about the world. This colorful guide introduces children to the vibrant cu
Ages 4–9
Sir Whong and the Golden Pig
Oki S. Han, Stephanie Haboush Plunkett
For the child learning about integrity and how to stay one step ahead of a bully or a trickster through wit and patience
Ages 4–8
Ordinary Days The Seeds, Sound, and City That Grew Prince Rogers Nelson
Angela Joy
For the child who feels like an outsider, this lyrical biography shows how the 'ordinary' sights and sounds of a city ca
Ages 4–9
My First Greek Picture Books
My First Greek Actions & Verbs
Celena S.
For families looking to bridge the gap between English and Greek, this vibrant guide helps toddlers and preschoolers nam
Ages 1–5
A New Coat for Anna
Harriet Ziefert
For the child learning about the beauty of patience and the meaning of sacrifice when resources are scarce. A mother tra
Ages 4–8
Fifth Chinese Daughter
Jade Snow Wong
For the young reader navigating the delicate balance between family expectations and their own growing sense of independ
Ages 12–18
Dinosaur Grandparent Books
Mamgusaurus and Me
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who shares a magical bond with their grandmother. This playful story celebrates intergenerational love thr
Ages 3–7
Ishi, Last of His Tribe
Theodora Kroeber
For the young reader processing the heavy weight of being the last one left or the courage needed to enter a completely
Ages 10–14
The Ramayana for Children
The Girl Who Chose
Devdutt Pattanaik
For the child learning that growing up means making their own choices, this retelling of the Ramayana explores the power
Ages 8–12
A Muslim Book of... #2
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets
Hena Khan
For parents seeking to introduce children to the beauty of Islamic culture and the joy of finding math in the world thro
Ages 3–7
The Great Ball Game
Joseph Bruchac
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit in with any one group, this Muskogee legend shows how being unique can
Ages 4–8
Usborne First Learning
Lift-the-Flap Nativity
Jo Litchfield
For parents wanting to introduce the Nativity story through tactile play, this interactive board book makes the journey
Ages 1–4
The Desert Is Theirs
Byrd Baylor
For the child who feels a deep connection to the outdoors, this lyrical tribute honors the bond between the Tohono O'odh
Ages 6–10
The Hunt for the Miracle Herb
Deepa Agarwal
For the child learning that helping a loved one often requires stepping out of their comfort zone and into the great unk
Ages 8–12
Listen for the Fig Tree
Sharon Bell Mathis
For the teenager navigating the weight of family grief and physical disability while searching for cultural belonging an
Ages 12–17
Looking at Lincoln
Maira Kalman
For the child curious about the people on their pennies and the faces on our monuments, this whimsical journey turns a l
Ages 5–9
Pura's Cuentos How Pura Belpré Reshaped Libraries with Her Stories
Annette Bay Pimentel
For the child who feels their family's language or stories are missing from the world around them. Discover how one libr
Ages 4–8
Teach & Learn Basic Words for Children
My First Burmese Body Parts Picture Book
Cho S.
Help your little one discover their body and learn their first Burmese words with this bright, bilingual guide designed
Ages 0–5
The Puffin Book of 100 Great Indians
Penguin India
For the child who needs a spark of inspiration, these 100 bite-sized biographies celebrate the diverse heroes who shaped
Ages 9–15
Teach & Learn Basic Words for Children
My First Pashto Body Parts Picture Book
Gzifa S.
For the family introducing their little one to the Pashto language through the familiar parts of themselves, from head t
Ages 1–6
Teach & Learn Basic Words for Children
My First Macedonian Family & Feelings Picture Book
Nikita S.
For families looking to connect with their Macedonian roots, this bilingual guide helps young children name their favori
Ages 1–5
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