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Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
3,279 books
0–3 yrs
853 books
4–7 yrs
3417 books
8–11 yrs
1627 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
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
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12–18 yrs
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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
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
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
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
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
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
My America
Karen Katz
Children from all over the globe share the foods, languages, and stories that connect their old homes with their new liv
Ages 4–8
Max & Ruby
Max's 4 Questions
Bonnie Bader
The youngest of four brothers takes center stage to ask the four questions in this interactive introduction to Passover
Ages 3–6
Grandfather's Journey
Allen Say
Delicate portraits follow a grandfather's journey between Japan and California, exploring the feeling of having a heart
Ages 4–10
Grandma Calls Me Beautiful
Barbara M. Joosse
A Hawaiian grandmother shares stories of love and heritage, paired with traditional customs and instructions for creatin
Ages 3–7
Round Is a Tortilla #3
One Is a Piñata: A Book of Numbers
Roseanne Greenfield Thong
From one rainbow to ten zesty salsas, this rhyming counting book celebrates the vibrant objects and traditions of Latino
Ages 2–6
Maisy First Experiences #1
Maisy's Chinese New Year
Lucy Cousins
Red envelopes, delicious feasts, and late-night fireworks fill the air as Maisy joins her friend Tiger to celebrate Chin
Ages 2–5
Acoustic Rooster #1
Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band
Kwame Alexander
Barnyard animals take the stage as Acoustic Rooster recruits Duck Ellington and Bee Holliday to win a giant jazz talent
Ages 4–8
The Colors of Us
Karen Katz
Seven-year-old Lena explores her neighborhood with an artist's eye, discovering that the brown paint she uses for her sk
Ages 4–8
Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story
Tomie dePaola
Adelita endures the cruelty of her stepfamily after her parents pass away, holding onto hope for a grand fiesta and a ch
Ages 4–8
