Why We Celebrate It the Way We Do

Why We Celebrate It the Way We Do is a 2-book series for ages 4–11 by Martin Hintz. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

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A First Look At the Native Americans

The Hopis

Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve

For families wanting to introduce their children to diverse cultures, this book offers a respectful and informative look

Ages 7–10

The Gaskitt Family #1

The Man who Wore All His Clothes

Allan Ahlberg

The eccentric Gaskitt family, led by Mrs. Gaskitt the taxi driver and Mr. Gaskitt, who wears every piece of clothing he

Ages 4–11

Hanukkah A Counting Book in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish

Emily Sper

Celebrate Hanukkah by counting from one to eight with holiday candles and learning new terms in English, Hebrew, and Yid

Ages 4–11

Roc and Roe's Twelve Days of Christmas

Nick Cannon

Roc and Roe, a delightful pair of twins, bring their unique charm to the beloved 'Twelve Days of Christmas' carol. This

Ages 4–11

The Baby in the Hat

Allan Ahlberg

A whimsical tale of a 19th-century English boy whose life changes forever when he catches a baby in his hat. This leads

Ages 4–11

My Father's House

Mina Javaherbin

For a child grappling with changes at home or the meaning of belonging, this lyrical story gently explores themes of fam

Ages 6–8