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Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
6,611 books
0–3 yrs
853 books
4–7 yrs
3417 books
8–11 yrs
1627 books
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Oh, Kojo! How Could You!
Unknown
For the child learning about the balance of cleverness and consequences. This rhythmic folktale explores how outsmarting
Ages 4–9
If You Want to Visit a Sea Garden
Kay Weisman
Discover the ancient clam gardens of the Pacific Northwest and learn how Indigenous communities have carefully tended th
Ages 4–8
Ma'ii and Cousin Horned Toad
Shonto Begay
A lazy coyote learns a lesson he will never forget after trying to trick his hardworking cousin, Horned Toad, out of his
Ages 5–9
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12–18 yrs
398 books
Civil Rights Activists
Coretta Scott King
Cynthia Klingel
Coretta Scott King stood alongside her husband as a powerful leader in her own right, dedicated to the peaceful fight fo
Ages 7–10
The Best Winds
Laura E. Williams
For the child who struggles with frustration when things don't work the first time, this story shows the beauty of slowi
Ages 4–8
Liberian Folktales
Head, Body, Legs: A Story from Liberia
Won-Ldy Paye, Margaret H. Lippert
For the child who struggles to work with others, this playful Liberian folk tale shows how every part of a team is vital
Ages 4–8
The Salmon of Knowledge
Celina Buckley
For the curious child who dreams of possessing all the world's wisdom. This vibrant retelling of an Irish legend explore
Ages 5–9
Pride
Robin Stevenson
For the child curious about LGBTQ+ history and seeking a sense of community through the joyful celebration of identity a
Ages 9–14
Esquivel!
Susan Wood
For the child who hears music in the clatter of a kitchen or the hum of a city, this book celebrates the joy of thinking
Ages 6–10
Barefoot Anthologies
The Barefoot Book of Tropical Tales
Raouf Mama
For the child curious about the world, these vibrant stories offer a rhythmic journey through tropical lands while teach
Ages 8–12
Frederick Douglass: Portrait of a Freedom Fighter
Sheila Keenan
Trace the journey of Frederick Douglass from his life in slavery to his rise as a powerful abolitionist leader and voice
Ages 8–12
Uncle Monarch and the Day of the Dead
Judy Goldman
For the child learning to navigate the loss of a grandparent, this gentle story uses the return of monarch butterflies t
Ages 5–9
Katherine Dunham: Pioneer of Black Dance
Barbara O'Connor
Follow the life of Katherine Dunham, the pioneering choreographer who combined dance and anthropology to celebrate her A
Ages 8–12
Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans
Kadir Nelson
Vibrant oil paintings illustrate this epic narrative of American history, told through the ancestral lens and enduring s
Ages 9–12
The Journey of York
Hasan Davis
For the child learning about the hidden figures of history and the strength found in quiet resilience despite systemic u
Ages 7–11
She Holds Up the Stars
Sandra Laronde
For the teenager seeking a deeper connection to their heritage while finding their voice to protect the natural world.
Ages 12–17
Tallchief: America's Prima Ballerina
Maria Tallchief, Rosemary Wells
Experience the world-spanning journey of a legendary dancer who rose from the Imperial Russian Ballet to become the icon
Ages 4–9
The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read
Rita Lorraine Hubbard
Mary Walker was born into slavery and lived to be 121, but the most incredible part of her story is the day she finally
Ages 4–9
Gracias/Thanks
Pat Mora
For the child who needs a gentle nudge to appreciate life's small treasures. This bilingual celebration of daily joys he
Ages 3–8
The Turtle Ship
Helena Ku Rhee
For the child who feels small or overlooked, this story shows how quiet observation and a creative spark can lead to leg
Ages 4–8
Behind My Doors: The Story of the World's Oldest Library
Hena Khan
For the child who loves exploring old places or needs inspiration from the true story of a visionary woman who built a l
Ages 4–8
William Still and His Freedom Stories: The Father of the Underground Railroad
Don Tate
William Still dedicated his life to recording the stories of freedom seekers, working tirelessly to reunite families sep
Ages 6–10
Don't Call Me Grandma
Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
For the child navigating a relationship with a family member who is more elegant and reserved than warm and fuzzy.
Ages 4–8
Hurricane Dancers
Margarita Engle
Award-winning verse reflects the beauty of nature and Cuban heritage through the rhythmic and soulful voice of a Young P
Ages 12–18
