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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
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3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
We Came to America
Faith Ringgold
For children beginning to ask where their family came from or noticing the beautiful differences in their community.
Ages 4–8
My Little Compass Books #1
Maria and Yianni's Adventure in Greece!
Katrina Skebes
A magical golden compass whisks two children away to Greece, where they must solve a riddle involving an ancient owl bef
Ages 4–9
Twelve Lizards Leaping: A New Twelve Days of Christmas
Jan Romero Stevens
For the family wanting to celebrate the holidays through the vibrant traditions, desert wildlife, and unique cultural sy
Ages 4–8
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Sing a Song: How “Lift Every Voice and Sing” Inspired Generations
Kelly Starling Lyons
For the family looking to celebrate Black history and the power of music, this moving story shows how a single song can
Ages 5–10
Asian Folktales for Children
David Conger
For children exploring their roots or those curious about the wider world, these timeless tales offer a cozy way to conn
Ages 5–10
Illustrated Ramayana For Children (Black and White)
Shubha Vilas
Magical weapons and flying chariots fill this retelling of the Ramayana, following Lord Rama’s heroic quest and the ulti
Ages 7–12
Brown Is Beautiful
Supriya Kelkar
For the child who needs to see their own reflection in the beauty of the world, this lyrical hike celebrates every radia
Ages 4–8
A Crown of Stories: The Life and Language of Beloved Writer Toni Morrison
Carole Boston Weatherford
Words become a powerful crown in this poetic look at Toni Morrison, a writer who used the music of language to tell the
Ages 4–9
I Lay My Stitches Down
Cynthia Grady
For the child exploring their family roots, this lyrical collection uses the art of quilting to honor the resilience and
Ages 8–12
Hanukkah, Shmanukkah!
Esmé Raji Codell
A grumpy factory owner in old New York gets a wake-up call when three rabbis arrive to show him the true meaning of Jewi
Ages 6–10
The Roots of Rap
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child who loves to dance and rhyme, this rhythmic journey traces the soulful history of hip-hop from African tra
Ages 4–8
A Garden in My Hands
Meera Sriram
For the child preparing for a family celebration or curious about cultural traditions, this book captures the sensory ma
Ages 4–8
In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse
Joseph Marshall III
Follow the life of the legendary Oglala Lakota war leader who fought to preserve his people's way of life through famous
Ages 8–12
The Passover Mouse
Joy Nelkin Wieder
A tiny mouse causes a huge panic by carrying a bread crumb through the village right before Passover, ultimately bringin
Ages 4–8
Magical Cycle of the Seasons #4
Iguanas in the Snow and Other Winter Poems / Iguanas en la nieve y otros poemas de invierno
Francisco X. Alarcón
Golden hills and redwood forests come alive in these bilingual verses celebrating the unique beauty of a California wint
Ages 6–10
Kimchi, Kimchi Every Day
Erica Kim
Vibrant cut-paper art brings the flavors of Korea to life through a catchy rhyming tale that tracks a week's worth of de
Ages 2–5
Harlem's Little Blackbird
Renée Watson
The inspiring life of Florence Mills, the legendary singer and entertainer, shines in this celebration of the Harlem Ren
Ages 4–8
With a Whoop and a Holler
Nancy Van Laan
Vibrant watercolors bring to life a spirited collection of tall tales, riddles, and superstitions from the Bayou, the De
Ages 6–11
José-Luis Orozco Children's Songbooks
De Colores and Other Latin-American Folk Songs for Children
José-Luis Orozco
For families looking to connect with their heritage or learn a new language through the joy of music, rhythm, and tradit
Ages 2–10
Story of the Chinese Zodiac
Monica Chang
Twelve animals line up for a high-stakes race to determine the names of the lunar calendar in this bilingual tale illust
Ages 4–8
Langston Hughes Poetry for Children
Aunt Sue's Stories
Langston Hughes
For the child who loves listening to family history or needs to feel the warmth of their heritage through the rhythmic p
Ages 4–10
Hair Dance!
Dinah Johnson
For children learning to love their unique reflection, this vibrant celebration of African American hair promotes self-e
Ages 3–8
Kin: Rooted in Hope
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the young reader seeking to understand their place in history and the strength of those who came before them, even t
Ages 10–16
Orca Origins
Diwali: Festival of Lights
Rina Singh
For the child curious about how families around the world celebrate, this guide explores the deep-rooted traditions and
Ages 6–9
