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The Keeping Quilt
Patricia Polacco
For the family looking to connect their children with their roots and explain how traditions bridge the gap between wher
Ages 4–10
The Boy Who Learned to Help
Devika Ganesh
For the child learning how small acts of kindness can lead to great leadership. This story introduces India's famous adv
Ages 4–8
Curious George
It's Ramadan, Curious George
Hena Khan
For parents wanting to introduce the traditions of Ramadan to their little ones through a familiar, friendly face as Geo
Ages 0–4
Emma's Dragon Hunt
Catherine Stock
For the child curious about their family's roots and the magic hidden in everyday nature. This gentle story bridges the
Ages 4–8
Bone Dance
Martha Brooks
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of family secrets and the search for belonging after loss or parental strug
Ages 12–18
The Girl Who Spun Gold
Virginia Hamilton
For the child feeling pressure to meet impossible expectations. This West Indian Rumpelstiltskin retelling explores find
Ages 5–10
Who Were the Hopi People?
Baby Professor
For the child curious about the people who lived on this land long ago. This gentle guide introduces the rich history an
Ages 5–9
I am Jewish!
Shari Last
For children beginning to explore their religious identity and the traditions that connect them to their family and comm
Ages 2–5
Pete the Cat: I Can Read!
Pete the Cat and the Family Tree
James Dean, Kimberly Dean
For the child curious about their roots, Pete the Cat explores his family tree for a school project, discovering the coo
Ages 4–8
My Name Is Not Easy
Debby Dahl Edwardson
For the child grappling with the pain of being away from home or the weight of a changing identity while navigating a sy
Ages 12–18
The Story of Sojourner Truth
Anita Crawford Clark
For the child learning about fairness and the power of their own voice. This gentle biography introduces a hero who foug
Ages 4–8
Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks
William Elliot Griffis
For the child curious about world cultures, these enchanting Dutch legends offer a magical window into the customs, spir
Ages 7–12
Strong Girls in History
Susan B Katz
For the child who needs a boost of confidence, these true stories of brave women show that anyone can change the world t
Ages 6–9
The Trees of the Dancing Goats
Patricia Polacco
For the child who wants to understand how different traditions can weave together through small acts of kindness during
Ages 5–10
A Different Spirit
Howard Blas, Ilana Trachtman
For families looking to see how a child with different abilities can thrive within sacred traditions, this story follows
Ages 5–9
The Legend of Lao Tzu and the Tao Te Ching
Demi
For the child who asks big questions about the world and seeks a sense of peace. This gentle biography introduces the ca
Ages 6–10
Being Home
Traci Sorell
For the child preparing for a big move or searching for where they belong, this lyrical story celebrates the joy of retu
Ages 4–8
Pacy Lin #1
The Year of the Dog
Grace Lin
For the child navigating two cultures and wondering where they fit in, Pacy's journey during the Year of the Dog explore
Ages 7–11
Big Words #1
Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Doreen Rappaport
For the child asking why things aren't always fair, this poetic biography uses Dr. King's own powerful words to explain
Ages 5–9
Pageant of Chinese History
Unknown
For the child who is curious about how civilizations grow and change over thousands of years. This sweeping overview bri
Ages 9–14
Native Americans in History
Jimmy Beason
For the child curious about the people who shaped our world, this collection of twenty biographies celebrates the power
Ages 8–12
Birmingham Sunday
Larry Dane Brimner
For the child grappling with questions of systemic unfairness and the history of civil rights, this book offers a deep l
Ages 10–14
Monsoon Afternoon
Kashmira Sheth
For the child who feels restless when they are stuck indoors or feels ignored by busy family members, finding magic in a
Ages 4–8
The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea
Axie Oh
For the teen who feels the weight of family expectations and is looking for the courage to forge their own path through
Ages 12–18
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