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Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
170 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Format
Picture Books
Early Readers
Chapter Books
Graphic Novels
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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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
Many Things At Once
Veera Hiranandani
For children navigating the beautiful complexity of a mixed heritage, this story explores how family history helps us em
Ages 4–8
Hair Love
Matthew A. Cherry
Zuri knows her beautiful hair has a mind of its own, but when Daddy steps in to style it for a big day, they both celebr
Ages 3–8
The Day You Begin #2
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson
For children facing moments of boredom, restriction, or struggle, this lyrical tale reveals how the power of your mind c
Ages 4–8
Donald Crews
Bigmama's
Donald Crews
Summer in the country means catching up with relatives and finding the familiar comfort of Bigmama's house exactly the w
Ages 4–8
Sulwe
Lupita Nyong'o
Sulwe feels different because her skin is the color of midnight, but a journey through the stars helps her see her own u
Ages 4–8
All Are Welcome #1
All Are Welcome
Alexandra Penfold
Rhyming verses and bright colors showcase a joyful school community where every student’s unique talent and background i
Ages 4–8
The World of Gustavo #1
Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
Flavia Z. Drago
Gustavo is a shy ghost who loves playing his violin, but he must find a brave way to make the other monsters notice him
Ages 3–7
The Rainbow Bridge
Audrey Wood
The deep blue waters of the coast hold an ancient secret in this Chumash legend about the magical connection between peo
Ages 4–8
Queen Esther
Tomie dePaola
In the ancient kingdom of Persia, a brave young queen takes a terrifying risk to save her people from a deadly plot.
Ages 5–10
The Sweetest of Lemons
Daniel Nayeri
For children who find comfort in the voices of their elders, this lyrical tale honors the way family stories can transfo
Ages 4–8
Let's Celebrate #1
Martin Luther King, Jr., and His Birthday
Jacqueline Woodson
The life and legacy of the courageous civil rights leader are honored in this introduction to the man behind the nationa
Ages 4–8
The Language of Doves
Rosemary Wells
On her sixth birthday, Julietta listens to her grandfather's tales of training homing pigeons in Italy during the height
Ages 5–9
Mole's Hill
Lois Ehlert
Fox wants to build a path right through Mole's cozy burrow. To save her home, Mole must use her wits and some clever dig
Ages 4–8
Adventures of the Brave Seven #4
The Angry Bunyip
Myler Hughes
The Brave Seven must scale a dangerous mountain and outwit a fierce, angry Bunyip to reclaim a stolen Didgeridoo from th
Ages 4–8
I Am Enough
Grace Byers
For children navigating moments of self-doubt or social comparison, this lyrical poem celebrates individual worth and th
Ages 4–8
