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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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3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
The Dream to Read
Nancy J. Cavanaugh
Frederico is determined to master the art of reading so he can take his late father's place as the lector at the local c
Ages 6–9
Little Inchkin
Fiona French
A hero only a few inches tall proves his strength in feudal Japan as he trains to become an honored Samurai swordsman.
Ages 4–8
Grass Sandals: The Travels of Basho
Dawnine Spivak
Walk alongside a 17th-century poet as he wanders through the Japanese countryside, capturing the quiet beauty of the nat
Ages 6–10
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12–18 yrs
398 books
Coming to America
Chinese Immigrants, 1850-1900
Kay Melchisedech Olson
Leaving home for a new land involves sacrifice and courage. Trace the 19th-century journey of Chinese immigrants and the
Ages 8–12
The Copper Tin Cup
Carole Lexa Schaefer
Sipping cocoa becomes a journey through time as a young boy uses a special copper tin cup passed down through generation
Ages 4–8
Goodbye, My Island
Jean Rogers
Twelve-year-old Esther recounts the bittersweet final winter her community spent on King Island, Alaska, before leaving
Ages 8–12
Countries of the World
Greece
Janet Riehecky
Travel through the history and culture of Greece, from its famous foods and sports to its beautiful geography and people
Ages 5–8
Little Sid: The Tiny Prince Who Became Buddha
Ian Lendler
A restless little prince journeys past tigers and wise-folk to learn that happiness isn't something to find, but somethi
Ages 4–8
Little Rystu
Mirra Ginsburg
Little Rystu uses his spirit and courage to stand up against a selfish master in this traditional Altai tale about freed
Ages 5–9
The Tipi
David Yue
Learn how the Great Plains Indians designed and constructed their homes to withstand the unique landscape of the America
Ages 8–12
The Yin-Yang Sisters and the Dragon Frightful
Nancy Tupper Ling
Opposite sisters Mei and Wei prove that even the smallest duo can be mighty enough to stop a dragon when they find a way
Ages 4–8
Hello Konnichiwa #1
Counting in Japanese
Hello Konnichiwa
Vibrant drawings of ice cream and crayons help little ones learn to count to ten using Japanese characters and phonetic
Ages 2–6
The Thunder God's Son: A Peruvian Folktale
Ariane Dewey
The son of the thunder god descends to earth to outsmart a greedy rich man and his family in this traditional Peruvian f
Ages 5–9
Louhi, Witch of North Farm
Toni de Gerez
A mischievous witch hatches a bold plan to steal the sun and the moon, but she didn't count on the gods noticing her sch
Ages 5–9
Global Kids #1
To Be a Kid
Maya Ajmera, John D. Ivanko
Vibrant photographs show that whether they are playing or at home, children around the globe share the same wonderful ex
Ages 3–8
Let's Look at Countries #4
Let's Look at the United States of America
Joy Frisch-Schmoll
Vast mountains, Fourth of July celebrations, and a variety of local wildlife await in this vibrant journey across the Un
Ages 4–8
Your Passport To...
Cuba
Ruth Manning
Ever wonder what life is like on a Caribbean island? Peek into the vibrant geography, unique traditions, and daily routi
Ages 6–9
The Gift Outright: America to Her Poets
Helen Plotz
For students and teens looking to connect with the heart of the American story through the diverse, powerful voices of p
Ages 12–18
All Aboard Reading
Sacajawea: Her True Story
Joyce Milton
Follow the incredible journey of the Shoshone woman who helped guide the Lewis and Clark expedition through the vast Ame
Ages 7–10
Native American Chiefs #1
Geronimo
Joseph Bruchac
The legendary Apache warrior Geronimo reflects on his life of battle and his time in captivity during a meaningful visit
Ages 10–14
Tiger, Tiger
Dee Lillegard
A bored boy uses a magic feather to bring a tiger to life, only to realize he must save his entire village when his crea
Ages 4–8
The Gifted Ones #1
Kwame Crashes the Underworld
Craig Kofi Farmer
Twelve-year-old Kwame is suddenly thrown into the Ghanaian underworld, where he must team up with his late grandmother t
Ages 8–12
Sway with Me
Syed Masood
Arsalan has always followed his great-grandfather’s lead, but a forbidden dance at a wedding pushes him to step out and
Ages 12–18
My Family Loves Me
My Pépère Loves Me
Little Hedgehog Books
A tender rhyme for toddlers that celebrates the special bond with a grandfather, perfect for families who use the French
Ages 0–3
