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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
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My America
Karen Katz
Children from all over the globe share the foods, languages, and stories that connect their old homes with their new liv
Ages 4–8
Lunar New Year Love Story
Gene Luen Yang
Convinced her family is cursed to face eternal heartbreak, Val’s outlook shifts after a chance encounter with a pair of
Ages 12–18
Max & Ruby
Max's 4 Questions
Bonnie Bader
The youngest of four brothers takes center stage to ask the four questions in this interactive introduction to Passover
Ages 3–6
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Inheritance: A Visual Poem
Elizabeth Acevedo
Vibrant illustrations pair with a powerful spoken-word poem that honors the history, beauty, and ancestral pride found i
Ages 8–18
Grandfather's Journey
Allen Say
Delicate portraits follow a grandfather's journey between Japan and California, exploring the feeling of having a heart
Ages 4–10
Grandma Calls Me Beautiful
Barbara M. Joosse
A Hawaiian grandmother shares stories of love and heritage, paired with traditional customs and instructions for creatin
Ages 3–7
Anna Hibiscus #2
Hooray for Anna Hibiscus!
Atinuke
For children navigating the noise of a big family or the jitters of a first performance. Discover the warmth of modern N
Ages 6–9
Frizzy
Claribel A. Ortega
Marlene is tired of the hair salon and the pressure to have presentable hair; with help from her aunt, she begins to emb
Ages 8–12
Round Is a Tortilla #3
One Is a Piñata: A Book of Numbers
Roseanne Greenfield Thong
From one rainbow to ten zesty salsas, this rhyming counting book celebrates the vibrant objects and traditions of Latino
Ages 2–6
The Sittin' Up
Shelia P. Moses
When a community patriarch passes away, twelve-year-old Bean observes the rituals and deep care his sharecropping family
Ages 10–14
What Was?
What Is Juneteenth?
Kirsti Jewel, Who HQ
Help your child understand the historical roots of Juneteenth through an accessible look at the end of slavery and why w
Ages 8–12
Maisy First Experiences #1
Maisy's Chinese New Year
Lucy Cousins
Red envelopes, delicious feasts, and late-night fireworks fill the air as Maisy joins her friend Tiger to celebrate Chin
Ages 2–5
The Davenports #1
The Davenports
Krystal Marquis
Four passionate young Black women navigate the high-society world of 1910 Chicago, chasing forbidden romances and profes
Ages 13–18
Tristan Strong #3
Tristan Strong Keeps Punching
Kwame Mbalia
At a family reunion in New Orleans, Tristan Strong must confront a mysterious girl and an old enemy to save his magic ce
Ages 8–12
Acoustic Rooster #1
Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band
Kwame Alexander
Barnyard animals take the stage as Acoustic Rooster recruits Duck Ellington and Bee Holliday to win a giant jazz talent
Ages 4–8
With a Mighty Hand: The Story in the Torah
Amy Ehrlich
For families seeking a literary and thoughtful introduction to the Torah that respects its complex themes and ancient be
Ages 10–15
The Colors of Us
Karen Katz
Seven-year-old Lena explores her neighborhood with an artist's eye, discovering that the brown paint she uses for her sk
Ages 4–8
Little Leaders #2
Exceptional Men in Black History
Vashti Harrison
True stories of trailblazing aviators, artists, and activists celebrate the bold legacies of Black men who have shaped h
Ages 8–12
Menorahs, Mezuzas, and Other Jewish Symbols
Miriam Chaikin
The history and meaning behind the Shield of David, the menorah, and the mezuza come to life alongside traditional holid
Ages 9–12
Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story
Tomie dePaola
Adelita endures the cruelty of her stepfamily after her parents pass away, holding onto hope for a grand fiesta and a ch
Ages 4–8
Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland
Tomie dePaola
Introduce your little one to the man behind the holiday with this gentle, legendary tale of bravery and faith in ancient
Ages 1–4
Star of Luís
Marc Talbert
Sent from Los Angeles to New Mexico during WWII, a young boy meets his mother's family and uncovers a long-hidden Jewish
Ages 10–14
Ribbon Rescue
Robert N. Munsch
A young girl in a traditional Mohawk ribbon dress unselfishly takes the ribbons from her new clothes to help neighbors i
Ages 4–8
Anna Hibiscus #3
Good Luck, Anna Hibiscus!
Atinuke
Anna prepares to swap the dusty Harmattan season of Nigeria for the snow of Canada, all while learning how her big, lovi
Ages 6–9
