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Books for Celebrating Heritage
6,611 books
0–3 yrs
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4–7 yrs
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8–11 yrs
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12–18 yrs
398 books
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We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom
A young protagonist stands firm against a black snake threatening to poison the Earth, issuing a lyrical call to protect
Ages 3–9
The Undefeated
Kwame Alexander
This lyrical ode honors the grit and perseverance of Black Americans, from the trauma of the past to the triumphant spir
Ages 6–12
Freedom Soup
Tami Charles
Dance and clap along in the kitchen as Ti Gran teaches Belle to cook a traditional meal while sharing the vibrant histor
Ages 4–8
A Knot Is Not a Tangle
Daniel Nayeri
A young boy learns to dye wool and knot threads alongside his grandmother. This lyrical story shows how the mistakes in
Ages 4–8
Abuela #2
Isla
Arthur Dorros
Rosalba takes flight on an imaginary journey to the Caribbean, visiting tropical markets and turquoise seas through her
Ages 4–8
Mama's Roti
Raakhee Mirchandani
A single round of flatbread connects families across continents, honoring the hands that harvest wheat and the community
Ages 4–8
I Love Saturdays y domingos
Alma Flor Ada
A young girl enjoys the best of two cultures, spending Saturdays with her American grandparents and Sundays celebrating
Ages 4–8
Xolo
Donna Barba Higuera
The dog-headed god Xolotl journeyed into the Underworld with his famous twin to save humanity; this is the story of the
Ages 8–12
Hilo Legends
Frances Reed
Ancient oral traditions come to life through the legends of King Kamehameha, the demi-god Maui, and the sacred landmarks
Ages 8–12
The Hanukkah Magic of Nate Gadol
Arthur A. Levine
Nate Gadol is a magical spirit with eyes like gold coins who works behind the scenes to make holiday oil last and inspir
Ages 4–8
Born on the Water
Nikole Hannah-Jones, Renée Watson
Trace the origins of a nation back to the water in 1619, honoring the legacy, struggle, and immense contributions of Bla
Ages 7–12
Little Leaders #1
Bold Women in Black History
Vashti Harrison
Meet forty trailblazing Black women who broke boundaries in science, art, and politics, proving that small leaders can d
Ages 8–12
Eyes That... #1
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho
Eyes that crinkle like crescent moons and glow like warm tea tell a beautiful story of family history and the strength f
Ages 4–8
Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns #4
Dark Nights and Light Hearts: A Muslim Book of Opposites
Hena Khan
Introduce your little one to the concept of opposites while exploring the rich, sensory world of Islamic traditions and
Ages 2–6
A Taste of Home
Richard Ho
A walk through the city streets becomes a global feast as friends collect ingredients from many cultures to cook a meal
Ages 4–8
Jax Freeman #2
Jax Freeman and the Graveyard Forest
Kwame Mbalia
Jax Freeman journeys into the spirit realm to rescue a friend and face the Wraith Queen in an epic magical battle for hi
Ages 8–12
Sugar Island
Firekeeper's Daughter
Angeline Boulley
Daunis Fontaine witnesses a shocking murder, pulling her into a high-stakes FBI investigation where she must use tribal
Ages 14–18
Two New Years
Richard Ho
For families looking to celebrate their multicultural roots or teach children how different traditions can share the sam
Ages 3–8
The Yellow Handkerchief
Donna Barba Higuera
A young girl struggles with the embarrassment she feels toward her Abuela's old-fashioned ways before realizing the yell
Ages 4–8
Tristan Strong #1
Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky
Kwame Mbalia
After accidentally ripping a hole into a world of African American folk heroes and iron monsters, Tristan Strong must fi
Ages 8–12
An American Story
Kwame Alexander
A teacher guides her students through the difficult history of American slavery, following a path of resilience from Afr
Ages 4–10
The Jumbies #3
The Jumbie God's Revenge
Tracey Baptiste
When a terrifying god commands the wind and lightning to destroy her island, Corinne must unite friends and enemies to s
Ages 8–12
Moe #2
Passover!
Roni Schotter
For toddlers curious about holiday traditions, this rhythmic story follows little Moe as he joins his family's Passover
Ages 2–5
Hanukkah, Oh Hanukkah
Susan L. Roth
For families looking to share the warmth of tradition, this musical celebration uses a joyful mouse family to bring a cl
Ages 2–5
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