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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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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Yasmin #8
Yasmin the Director
Saadia Faruqi
For the creative child who loves to take charge and needs a nudge in learning how to lead with kindness and cooperation.
Ages 5–8
High Five Reading
A History of Hip-Hop: The Roots of Rap
Thomas Hatch
For the young music lover curious about the origins of their favorite beats, this guide traces hip-hop from Bronx block
Ages 8–12
Seven Voyages: How China's Treasure Fleet Conquered the Sea
Laurence Bergreen, Sara Fray
For the child fascinated by history and massive machines, this book reveals how China's treasure fleet explored the worl
Ages 10–14
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12–18 yrs
398 books
The Adventures of Aku
Ashley Bryan
Okra the cat and Okraman the dog embark on a high-stakes mission to reclaim a magic ring from the trickster Spider Anans
Ages 7–11
Radiantes y bellas todas las cosas
Cecil Frances Alexander
Lush illustrations bring a classic hymn to life, celebrating the vibrant beauty of every flower, creature, and mountain
Ages 4–8
Girlhood Journeys #2
Kai: A Big Decision
Sharon Shavers Gayle
For the child learning that growing up means balancing personal desires with the needs of their community and family.
Ages 7–10
You Will Do Great Things
Amerie
For the child needing a boost of confidence or a reminder of their potential. This lyrical journey connects a young drea
Ages 4–8
The Song of Francis
Tomie dePaola
Francis is so overflowing with love that his joyful songs draw birds of every color to join him in a beautiful chorus of
Ages 4–8
Animal Legends
Carol Watson
For the child curious about why animals look or act the way they do. These vibrant retellings of global folklore offer m
Ages 5–8
Lion and the Ostrich Chicks: And Other African Folk Poems
Ashley Bryan
Four traditional tales from the Masai, Angolan, Hausa, and Bushmen people bring the folk traditions of Africa to life.
Ages 8–12
The Everlasting Embrace
Gabrielle Emanuel
A child experiences the sights and sounds of Mali from the safe, warm cradle of a blanket on her mother’s back.
Ages 3–7
Hanukkah! A Three-dimensional Celebration
Sara Freedland
For children curious about the miracle of the oil and the fun of the dreidel, this pop-up book brings the history and cu
Ages 4–9
Color Me Country: A Celebration of Black Women Who Shaped Country Music
Newport Festivals Foundation
For the young dreamer who loves music and needs to see that their voice belongs everywhere, even in spaces where others
Ages 7–10
Grandpa's Face
Eloise Greenfield
Tamika loves her grandfather's face, but after seeing him rehearse a mean expression for a play, she worries his love fo
Ages 4–8
Snapshots in History
The National Grape Boycott: A Victory for Farmworkers
Barbara J. Davis
For the child noticing systemic unfairness or questioning how a small group of people can change the world for the bette
Ages 9–13
The Calabash
Odion Imadebho Ebhodaghe
For the child curious about their heritage or how traditions connect us to the past. Explore the cultural richness of We
Ages 5–10
Walk This World #1
Walk This World
Jenny Broom
For the child curious about life beyond their own neighborhood, this interactive journey reveals the beautiful variety o
Ages 3–7
Above the Rim How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball
Jen Bryant
For the child who loves sports but needs to understand how heroes are made off the court through courage and quiet stren
Ages 4–12
Charlie's Holiday Picture Books #1
Memorial Day for Charlie
Gracie-Beth Jallen
For the child curious about the meaning of Memorial Day. This gentle story helps young readers understand why we honor t
Ages 3–7
The Ancient Cliff Dwellers of Mesa Verde
Caroline Arnold
The Anasazi built incredible homes directly into steep canyon walls before vanishing from their Colorado dwellings centu
Ages 8–12
Build a House
Rhiannon Giddens
For the child learning about the strength and beauty of heritage. This moving story celebrates how music and community p
Ages 7–10
Indestructibles
Mary Had a Little Lamb
Amy Pixton
A little girl and her lamb wander through a vibrant African village in this chewable, washable, and wordless retelling o
Ages 0–2
Seeing Emily
Joyce Lee Wong
Sixteen-year-old Emily uses her gift for art to bridge the gap between her Chinese heritage and her American life in thi
Ages 12–17
I Remember
Fara Lynn Krasnopolsky
A young girl looks back on her childhood in a Russian village. She remembers the quiet moments with her family and the c
Ages 9–12
