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Poetry About Cultural Identity
Explore poetry books about cultural identity for children.
60 books
Something on My Mind
Nikki Grimes
For the child who feels deeply but doesn't always have the words. This collection of poetry and portraits explores the i
Ages 7–12
Red, White, and Whole
Rajani LaRocca
Reha feels caught between her two lives until her mother’s illness forces her to find a way to bridge the distance betwe
Ages 8–12
A Caribbean Dozen Poems from Caribbean Poets
John Agard, Grace Nichols
Thirteen poets share the warmth of the sun and the rhythm of the islands through vivid memories of growing up in the Car
Ages 8–12
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Apple (Skin to the Core)
Eric Gansworth
Verse and imagery collide in this powerful reclamation of identity, tracing the legacy of government boarding schools an
Ages 14–18
Marcia Sewall's American History #2
People of the Breaking Day
Marcia Sewall
The rhythmic traditions and spiritual beliefs of the Wampanoag people come to life through poetic language and vivid sto
Ages 6–10
Carol of the Brown King
Langston Hughes
For families looking to see themselves in the Nativity story, these lyrical poems celebrate the first Christmas with a f
Ages 4–8
Wearing My Mother's Heart
Sophia Thakur
For the teen navigating the transition to adulthood who needs to hear that their voice, their heritage, and their evolvi
Ages 14–18
The Tamarindo Puppy and Other Poems
Charlotte Pomerantz
For children beginning to explore new languages, these playful poems use familiar scenes to weave Spanish and English to
Ages 4–8
Black Boy, Rise
Brynne Barnes
A soul-stirring anthem for Black boys that celebrates their heritage, creative power, and the brilliant future they carr
Ages 4–10
Langston Hughes Poetry for Children
My People
Langston Hughes
Lyrical poetry and sepia-toned photography celebrate the soul, beauty, and daily life of Black Americans in this moving
Ages 2–8
On the Move: Home Is Where You Find It
Michael Rosen
For the child curious about their family roots or moved by the headlines of today, these powerful poems connect history'
Ages 10–15
The Singular Life of Aria Patel
Samira Ahmed
For the teen navigating the heavy fog of grief and the pressure to meet family expectations while trying to find their o
Ages 12–18
Honeybee: Poems & Short Prose
Naomi Shihab Nye
Quiet observations of honeybees and neighbors across the globe reveal the small, invisible threads that connect human he
Ages 12–18
It's Raining Laughter
Nikki Grimes
These joyful poems and photographs celebrate the everyday experiences and laughter of African American children growing
Ages 4–9
Coconut Kind of Day Island Poems
Lynn Joseph
Lively poems capture the vibrant sights and sounds of daily life across the sun-drenched islands of the Caribbean.
Ages 4–8
Amanda Gorman
Jehan Jones-Radgowski
For the child who struggles with a speech impediment or feels their voice is too small, this biography of Amanda Gorman
Ages 7–10
Jabber-Walking
Juan Felipe Herrera
A U.S. Poet Laureate shares how to turn everyday walks into rhythmic, colorful journals through the wild art of being a
Ages 10–14
Harlem
Walter Dean Myers
The pulse of a community comes alive through rhythmic poetry and art that honors the music, history, and daily spirit of
Ages 9–14
Black Children Affirmations #1
Black Girl Magic
Mahogany L. Browne
This lyrical anthem blooms with strength and self-love, defying society's limits to celebrate the brilliance of Black gi
Ages 4–8
Somebody Give This Heart a Pen
Sophia Thakur
Identity, first love, and the challenges of growing up as a mixed-race woman take center stage in this rhythmic collecti
Ages 14–18
We Sang Across the Sea: The Empire Windrush and Me
Benjamin Zephaniah
Experience the historic voyage of the HMT Empire Windrush through Benjamin Zephaniah's moving poem. This beautifully ill
Ages 4–11
In the Hollow of Your Hand: Slave Lullabies
Alice McGill
For parents seeking to share the resilience of Black history through soothing songs that offer comfort and hope despite
Ages 4–10
The Earth Under Sky Bear's Feet
Joseph Bruchac
Look down at the world through the eyes of the Big Dipper in these twelve traditional stories from various North America
Ages 6–10
We the People
Bobbi Katz
Voices from across American history come alive in sixty-five original poems that capture the people and moments that def
Ages 8–13
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