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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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Omega Morales #1
Omega Morales and the Curse of El Cucuy
Laekan Zea Kemp
For the child who feels like their unique traits are a burden rather than a gift, or who struggles with the weight of ot
Ages 8–12
The Tower of Life
Chana Stiefel
Yaffa Eliach reconstructs her lost Polish town at the National Holocaust Museum by gathering photographs of its people t
Ages 6–10
Graphic Library: Inventions and Discovery
Madam C. J. Walker and New Cosmetics
Katherine Krohn
One woman’s ingenuity with hair products and cosmetics paves the way for her to become the first self-made female millio
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
398 books
Chinese New Year
Sandy Muipay
For children curious about global traditions, this gentle guide explores the vibrant customs, family gatherings, and sym
Ages 3–7
Binny's Diwali
Thrity Umrigar
For the child feeling nervous about sharing their unique traditions with friends, this story offers a warm hug and the c
Ages 4–8
Hilwa's Gifts
Safa Suleiman
For children connecting with distant heritage, this story follows a boy's visit to Palestine for the ancient, rhythmic t
Ages 4–8
Read and Rise
Sandra L. Pinkney
For the child discovering their own potential, this photographic journey inspires young readers to see books as the key
Ages 3–8
The Puffin Book of 100 Great Indians
Penguin India
You will meet one hundred remarkable people who transformed India through their work in science, culture, and history in
Ages 9–15
Seasons of Splendour
Madhur Jaffrey
For children connecting with their Indian heritage or anyone curious about the magic of the Hindu calendar through stori
Ages 8–12
Signature Lives
Langston Hughes: The Voice of Harlem
Brenda Haugen
For the child discovering the power of words or exploring Black history, this biography follows Langston Hughes as he fi
Ages 10–14
Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library
Carole Boston Weatherford
Arturo Schomburg filled his home with enough art and books to start a mutiny, all to ensure the brilliance of the Africa
Ages 9–12
Woven of the World
Katey Howes
The ancient art of the loom connects a young girl to global traditions, showing how every life is a unique tapestry wove
Ages 5–9
The Harlem Nutcracker
Susan Kuklin
The classic holiday ballet gets a vibrant Harlem setting, centering on an African American grandmother and her family in
Ages 6–10
Who Do You Think You Are? #1
Be a Family Tree Detective
Dan Waddell
For the child who loves solving mysteries and wants to know more about their own history. This interactive guide turns f
Ages 8–12
Indigenous Ingenuity: A Celebration of Traditional North American Knowledge
Deidre Havrelock, Edward Kay
From brain surgery to chocolate, discover how Indigenous innovations shaped the modern world through fascinating history
Ages 8–12
Back Home: Story Time with My Father
Arlène Elizabeth Casimir
For the child who wants to feel connected to a place they have never visited, this lyrical story celebrates the bridge b
Ages 4–8
Eyes That... #2
Eyes That Speak to the Stars
Joanna Ho
A young boy learns to see the power in his own gaze, finding a connection to the stars and the visionary men in his fami
Ages 4–8
Beardream
Will Hobbs
Short Tail ventures up a mountain in search of the Great Bear, only to fall into a deep sleep where a marvelous, ancient
Ages 4–8
Crowning Glory: A Celebration of Black Hair
Carole Boston Weatherford
Celebrate the artistry and cultural pride of Black hairstyles through poetic verse and radiant collage art, perfect for
Ages 3–7
Black Girl Rising
Brynne Barnes
Poetic prose and vibrant art celebrate the brilliance and inherent worth of Black girls, serving as an empowering anthem
Ages 4–8
Red Is a Dragon
Roseanne Thong
For the preschooler beginning to explore their world: discover a vibrant rainbow of colors through the lens of Chinese-A
Ages 2–5
Nuestra América: 30 Inspiring Latinas/latinos who Have Shaped the United States
Sabrina Vourvoulias
For the young dreamer who wants to see how people from their own community changed the world through courage, art, and l
Ages 8–12
Ramadan ABC - Learn Ramadan Words from Letter A to Z
Imane Hourri
For the family looking to share the beauty of Ramadan traditions with their little one through a simple, engaging alphab
Ages 2–5
A Doll For Navidades
Esmeralda Santiago
Seven-year-old Esmeralda hopes for a specific doll from the Three Magi, but a different surprise helps her find the true
Ages 5–9
