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Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
6,610 books
0–3 yrs
853 books
4–7 yrs
3416 books
8–11 yrs
1627 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
My Lost Freedom
George Takei
Four-year-old George and his family are forced from their home into a World War II incarceration camp, where they must f
Ages 6–9
Ancient Maya
Anita Ganeri
For the curious student eager to explore how ancient people lived, built, and worshipped. A clear, visual introduction t
Ages 7–10
Jaden Smith
Golriz Golkar
For the young reader who loves music and movies and wants to know how people can use their fame to help the planet.
Ages 6–9
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398 books
Interrupting Chicken #4
Interrupting Chicken Saves the Nutcracker
David Ezra Stein
For the child who gets so excited they can't help but join in, this story celebrates enthusiastic participation and the
Ages 4–8
A Child Was Born
Grace Maccarone
Rhythmic stanzas and soft imagery bring the traditional story of the first Christmas and the birth of Jesus to life for
Ages 3–7
Children of Atlantis #5
Princess Priestess Emerya Learns Magic!
Graciella I. Caroponis
For the child stepping into new responsibilities, this magical adventure explores the wonder and work of discovering you
Ages 7–10
The Australian Alphabet Book
Tomasz Dabrowski
For the curious preschooler exploring their ABCs through the wonders of the Outback, from jumping kangaroos to the vast
Ages 2–6
My Dad Was a DJ
Dee Smith
For the child who loves dancing in the living room with their parents and discovering the magic of old records and famil
Ages 3–7
Rights and Responsibilities
How Rights Were Won
Nick Hunter
For the child questioning why things aren't always fair, this guide explores the brave people who fought for equality an
Ages 8–12
Many Voices Building Erie, The Canal That Changed America
Laurie Lawlor
For the curious child who asks how the world was built, this deep dive explores the ambition, engineering, and human cos
Ages 9–13
Loujain Dreams of Sunflowers
Lina Al-Hathloul, Uma Mishra-Newbery
For the child who notices when rules aren't fair. This lyrical allegory helps children understand the courage it takes t
Ages 4–8
A Birthday Cake for George Washington
Ramin Ganeshram
For parents seeking to discuss how historical narratives are shaped and why certain depictions of difficult history can
Ages 4–8
American Symbols
The American Flag
Debbie L. Yanuck
The stars and stripes represent a rich history. See how the American flag has changed over time and why it remains a pow
Ages 5–8
Oskar and the Eight Blessings
Richard Simon, Tanya Simon
Arriving in New York as a refugee on Christmas Eve, young Oskar walks the length of Manhattan, finding hope in small act
Ages 4–8
Who's Got Mail?: The History of Mail in America
Linda Barrett Osborne
Uncover how mail delivery grew alongside the nation, from the grit of the early post to the diverse workers who kept Ame
Ages 8–12
DK Biography
Thomas Jefferson
Jacqueline Ching
For the curious student researching the foundations of American democracy through the complex life of a brilliant archit
Ages 8–12
Tell Me Again How a Crush Should Feel
Sara Farizan
Leila navigates the flutter of a first crush on a new classmate while weighing how and when to open up about her identit
Ages 14–18
Pictures and Stories from Uncle Tom's Cabin
M.A. Richardson
For the parent looking to introduce complex history with a focus on compassion, this 1853 adaptation uses verse and pict
Ages 5–9
Athletes Who Made a Difference
Athletes Against War
Elliott Smith
For the child curious about how their sports heroes make a difference. This book explores how athletes use their fame to
Ages 8–12
Martial Arts
Kendo
Tim O'Shei
Master the history and precise techniques of the Way of the Sword, from traditional armor and bamboo swords to the ranks
Ages 7–11
The Doll People #5
The Doll People's Christmas
Ann M. Martin, Laura Godwin
A fragile Victorian doll and her sturdy plastic best friend try to blend their very different worlds to celebrate a cozy
Ages 6–10
The Burnt Stick
Anthony Hill
For children processing themes of systemic unfairness or family separation. This story explores a mother's desperate lov
Ages 10–14
Nights of the Pufflings
Bruce McMillan
Every August on a small Icelandic island, millions of young pufflings take their first flight under the cover of night.
Ages 7–11
An Ellis Island Christmas
Maxinne Rhea Leighton
After a stormy journey across the ocean from Poland, Krysia reaches the bustling halls of Ellis Island just in time for
Ages 4–8
