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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
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Blue Stars #1
The Vice Principal Problem
Kekla Magoon, Cynthia Leitich Smith
A tech wizard and a people person join forces as superheroes to protect their school culture from being corrupted by gre
Ages 8–12
History News
The Aztec News
Philip Steele
Read all about Aztec daily life, fashion, and philosophy through a collection of news reports, cartoons, and eye-catchin
Ages 8–12
Gadget Girl #2
Indigo Girl
Suzanne Kamata
Aiko Cassidy leaves Michigan for the indigo fields of rural Japan to reconnect with her biological father in this moving
Ages 12–18
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Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World
Mildred Pitts Walter
For the child who feels frustrated by chores or thinks certain tasks aren't for them, this story shows how everyday skil
Ages 8–11
The Power of Style: How Fashion and Beauty Are Being Used to Reclaim Cultures
Christian Allaire
Stunning photography reveals how marginalized communities use hair, makeup, and clothing to honor their heritage and cha
Ages 12–18
When the Beat Was Born: DJ Kool Herc and the Creation of Hip Hop
Laban Carrick Hill
For the child who loves to dance or create, this story shows how one person's innovative idea at a neighborhood party sp
Ages 6–10
Yasmin #13
100th Day of School with Yasmin
Saadia Faruqi
Yasmin finds a creative way to celebrate a major school milestone by designing her own unique outfit.
Ages 5–8
The Storyteller of Damascus
Rafik Schami
An old storyteller wanders with a chest full of wonders, sharing vibrant drawings and adventure tales that shift and gro
Ages 5–9
A Thousand Questions
Saadia Faruqi
While teaching English to her grandparents' servant, Mimi explores the streets of Karachi to find her missing father and
Ages 8–12
The Warriors
Joseph Bruchac
After leaving his Iroquois reservation for a new community, Jake uses his incredible lacrosse skills to find his place a
Ages 9–12
Racing the Sun
Paul Pitts
A twelve-year-old boy begins to see his identity in a new light when his grandfather teaches him the traditions and prid
Ages 9–12
True Friends
John Kilaka
For the child learning what it means to be a dependable friend. This Tanzanian fable explores how loyalty and helping on
Ages 4–8
Born Confused #2
Bombay Blues
Tanuja Desai Hidier
For the teenager navigating the pull between two worlds, this lyrical journey through Mumbai explores how travel and art
Ages 14–18
The Magical Monkey King
Ji-Li Jiang
Retellings of Chinese folklore bring a spirited hero to life as he wields supernatural weapons and finds his place in a
Ages 7–11
Pig-Boy
Gerald McDermott
A wily, shapeshifting trickster from Hawaiian legend must use his wits to escape the trouble his endless appetite keeps
Ages 4–8
Passover Guest, The
Susan Kusel
A young girl in the Depression era meets a mysterious magician who promises a wondrous Seder for a family that thought t
Ages 4–8
Drummer Boy of John John
Mark Greenwood
Winston creates rhythmic tunes by tapping on metal containers of every shape, turning discarded objects into the vibrant
Ages 4–8
Little Man, Little Man
James Baldwin
Four-year-old TJ and his friends wander through the vibrant, sun-drenched streets of 1970s Harlem on a lively summer aft
Ages 8–12
Photographic: The Life of Graciela Iturbide
Isabel Quintero
Powerful black and white images tell the story of a Mexicana photography icon who captured the soul of different culture
Ages 12–18
Happy Birthday, Tree!
Madelyn Rosenberg
Joni and Nate find the perfect ways to throw a birthday party for a favorite tree, honoring nature and the promise to pr
Ages 3–7
Sofia Martinez #1
My Family Adventure
Jacqueline Jules
Seven-year-old Sofia turns every day into an adventure in these three stories featuring cheerful art and simple Spanish
Ages 5–8
Hula Lullaby
Erin Eitter Kono
Rhythmic waves and the soft sights of Hawaii set the scene as a young girl finds comfort and sleep in her mother's lap.
Ages 0–4
Queen of Physics
Teresa Robeson
Chien-Shiung Wu became a trailblazing nuclear physicist, overcoming immense barriers and proving her brilliance in a wor
Ages 5–9
Longbow Girl
Linda Davies
A 700-year-old family archery tradition leads Merry through a secret portal into 1537 Wales, where she must fight to pro
Ages 11–14
