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Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage
Books for Celebrating Heritage – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
6,324 books
0–3 yrs
814 books
4–7 yrs
3283 books
8–11 yrs
1570 books
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(245)
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(111)
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(96)
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(52)
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(41)
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(6)
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3–5
6–8
9–12
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The Village That Vanished
Ann Grifalconi
When slave traders threaten the Yao people, young Abikanile uses her quick wits and faith to lead her community to safet
Ages 6–10
Night Boat to Freedom
Margot Theis Raven
Young Christmas John uses a small boat to ferry runaway slaves across the river to freedom, guided by the secret meaning
Ages 6–10
Come Juneteenth
Ann Rinaldi
For the young reader processing the weight of historical secrets, this novel explores the painful betrayal of a family w
Ages 12–17
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12–18 yrs
373 books
With Lots of Love
Jenny Torres Sanchez
For the child who misses a faraway relative and needs to feel that love transcends distance through familiar smells, tas
Ages 4–8
Bearwalker
Joseph Bruchac
Baron loves his Mohawk Bear Clan heritage, but a class camping trip in the Adirondacks brings him face-to-face with the
Ages 8–12
Nelson Mandela
Kadir Nelson
The journey of South Africa's first Black president unfolds from his early roots through his dedicated leadership in the
Ages 4–10
Gandhi
Demi
A courageous leader fights for India's independence and challenges an unjust caste system using only the persistent powe
Ages 6–10
Gandhi
Leonard Everett Fisher
For the child curious about how one person can change the world through peace and courage rather than fighting.
Ages 7–11
Who Lives In The Barren Desert?
Baby Professor
For the family exploring spiritual roots or looking for historical context behind diverse faiths, this book introduces t
Ages 7–12
The Other Half of My Heart
Sundee T. Frazier
Biracial twins Minni and Keira see the world differently when a pageant trip to North Carolina flips their usual experie
Ages 8–12
Eyes of the Dragon
Margaret Leaf
For the child who needs to understand the power of their own imagination and the importance of respecting an artist's vi
Ages 5–9
Noor Kids
Allah and My Heart
Humera Malik
For the young child beginning to wonder where God is and how to feel connected to the divine through their everyday big
Ages 2–5
Sweet Land of Liberty
Deborah Hopkinson
For the child learning about fairness and the courage it takes to change the world. Discover how a historic concert help
Ages 4–8
Why Do We Have National Holidays?
Baby Professor
For curious kids asking why we get the day off, this guide explains the historical and religious roots of America's favo
Ages 6–9
Two Houses Down
Tiffany Obeng
For the child who peeks over the fence to see how their neighbor lives, this story celebrates the curiosity and joy of e
Ages 4–8
When the Moon Is Full
Penny Pollock
For the child who marvels at the night sky and wants to understand how different cultures honor the changing seasons thr
Ages 4–9
The Rainbow Tulip
Pat Mora
For the child who feels caught between two worlds or wonders if it is okay to stand out from the crowd.
Ages 4–8
The Magic Ginseng Tree
Jeff Pepper
For the child curious about ancient legends and magical quests. This accessible retelling of a Chinese classic explores
Ages 6–10
The House of the Good Spirits
Donn Kushner
For the child exploring the weight of the past and the search for belonging through a blend of mystery, history, and the
Ages 9–13
Muslim Girl
Amani Al-Khatahtbeh
Amani shares her journey from a childhood shaped by post-9/11 stereotypes to building a global digital movement that cel
Ages 13–18
Let's Talk About Race
Julius Lester
Every person is a collection of stories, and race is just one chapter. Share in a journey of self-discovery that looks b
Ages 4–9
Ditty Bird
Spanish Animal Songs
Ditty Bird
For the family looking to introduce Spanish through song, this interactive board book lets little ones press buttons to
Ages 0–3
Obioma Plays Football
Chika Unigwe
For the child who needs to know that being different is a superpower, not a limitation, when pursuing their biggest drea
Ages 4–8
1, 2, 3 Little Indians! Native American Indian Clothing and Entertainment
Baby Professor
For the early learner curious about history, this visual guide introduces the traditional clothing and social activities
Ages 4–7
