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Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
6,323 books
0–3 yrs
814 books
4–7 yrs
3283 books
8–11 yrs
1570 books
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(41)
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A Weed Is a Flower: The Life of George Washington Carver
Aliki
A curious scientist discovers hundreds of uses for peanuts and sweet potatoes, teaching farmers how to heal the soil and
Ages 5–9
My Uncle Martin's Words for America
Angela Farris Watkins
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s niece shares his most famous words and his role in the civil rights movement through vibran
Ages 5–9
Thao
Thao Lam
Starting school in a new country is hard enough, but Thao faces the extra challenge of a name that no one seems able to
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
373 books
Squanto's Journey
Joseph Bruchac
Lyrical prose and rich illustrations tell the true story of Tisquantum, the courageous Native American who guided the fi
Ages 6–10
The Woman Who Outshone the Sun: The Legend of Lucia Zenteno
David Schecter, Harriet Rohmer, Rosalma Zubizarreta
Exiled from her village, a powerful woman takes the water with her in this bilingual retelling of a striking Zapotec leg
Ages 6–10
Extraordinary Magic: The Storytelling Life of Virginia Hamilton
Nina Crews
Memories of life on an Ohio farm bloom into extraordinary tales in this free-verse look at the inspiration behind a grea
Ages 4–8
The Power of Her Pen: The Story of Groundbreaking Journalist Ethel L. Payne
Lesa Cline-Ransome
Ethel Payne uses her sharp writing and fierce determination to break barriers, journeying from a Chicago childhood to th
Ages 4–8
Nana, Nenek & Nina
Liza Ferneyhough
For children growing up in biracial or multicultural families who want to celebrate the unique traditions and shared lov
Ages 4–8
Adia Kelbara #1
Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans
Isi Hendrix
Twelve-year-old orphan Adia enters the Academy of Shamans with a massive task: she must master her powers to save the em
Ages 8–12
Mothers of Xsan #3
The Frog Mother
Hetxw'ms Gyetxw (Brett D. Huson)
For the child who is curious about how nature and culture intertwine. This book honors the Columbia spotted frog while c
Ages 9–12
Rebel Girls Chapter Books #4
Junko Tabei Masters the Mountains
Nancy Ohlin
Though small and teased for being weak, Junko is determined to reach the summit and eventually becomes the first woman t
Ages 6–9
Orani
Claire A. Nivola
Detailed watercolors capture the vibrant spirit of a Sardinian mountain town, reflecting the author's own childhood memo
Ages 5–10
Voice of Hope, A: The Myrlie Evers-Williams Story
Nadia Salomon
A shy, musical girl finds the courage to fight against hatred and becomes a powerful civil rights leader in this lyrical
Ages 4–8
Aria the World Traveler
Aria the World Traveler
Anna Kim
Aria and her dog Daisy travel to England, where they use their quick wits to help the police catch a jewelry thief befor
Ages 5–9
Nothing but Trouble: The Story of Althea Gibson
Sue Stauffacher
From a high-spirited childhood in Harlem to the grass courts of Wimbledon, Althea Gibson defies the odds to become a his
Ages 5–9
Jake Makes a World: Jacob Lawrence, a Young Artist in Harlem
Sharifa Rhodes-Pitts
The sights and rhythms of Harlem come alive through the eyes of young Jacob Lawrence, showing how his neighborhood inspi
Ages 4–8
Kumak's House: A Tale of the Far North
Michael Bania
When an Inuit family feels their cozy home is too small, they follow some unusual advice: invite a whole host of Arctic
Ages 4–8
The Shadow Sleuths
Valerie Leones
Jungle paths and ancient Mayan cities hold the keys to a high-stakes mystery that requires decoding symbols and thinking
Ages 8–12
The Story of Mah: A Hmong "Romeo and Juliet" Folktale
Rosalie Giacchino-Baker
For children processing the concept of tragic love or exploring Hmong heritage, this bilingual folktale offers a poignan
Ages 8–14
We Are All Under One Wide Sky
Deborah Wiles
Everyday childhood moments and historical mysteries come together in this heartfelt look at home, family, and the bonds
Ages 2–5
Warriors: A Starless Clan #6
The Reckoning
Erin Hunter
For the child curious about the hidden truths of American history and how families navigate the weight of the past.
Ages 8–12
Holiday Lift-the-Flap
Company's Coming
Joan Holub
Family preparations come to life as children learn about the Seder plate, Matzah, and the meaningful rituals that define
Ages 4–6
Sashiko's Stitches
Sanae Ishida
A young girl uses the traditional Japanese art of sashiko stitching to mend her clothes and quiet her mind after a diffi
Ages 4–8
Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro
Monica Brown
For the child who needs to see how big dreams can grow from small beginnings. This inspiring biography shows how family
Ages 4–8
