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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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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Freedom's a-Callin Me
Ntozake Shange
For the child learning about the pursuit of liberty and the courage of ancestors. This collection of poems honors the sp
Ages 9–12
The Ballad of Mulan
Song Nan Zhang
A devoted daughter disguises herself as a soldier to protect her father, rising through the ranks to lead an army in thi
Ages 5–10
Three Names of Me
Mary Cummings
For children processing their adoption story or exploring the different parts of their identity through the meaningful n
Ages 5–9
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12–18 yrs
398 books
Salsa Lullaby
Jen Arena
For the family that loves to move and groove together before winding down for a peaceful night of rest.
Ages 0–4
We Belong
Cookie Hiponia Everman
For the child who feels caught between two worlds or wants to understand how their family's history and myths shape thei
Ages 8–12
Life of Song, A: The Story of Ella Jenkins
Ty-Juana Taylor
For the child who loves to sing and make rhythm everywhere they go, this is a soul-stirring look at how one woman's voic
Ages 4–8
The Legendary Miss Lena Horne
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child learning that standing up for what is right is just as important as sharing your talents with the world.
Ages 4–9
The Lizard and the Sun / La Lagartija y el Sol
Alma Flor Ada
The world falls into darkness when the sun disappears, leaving a determined little lizard to journey through the Aztec e
Ages 4–8
CitizenKid
111 Trees: How One Village Celebrates the Birth of Every Girl
Rina Singh
For the child who wants to change the world, this inspiring true story shows how one person's vision for equality can he
Ages 6–9
Ashley Bryan: Words to My Life's Song
Ashley Bryan
For the young artist facing obstacles, this memoir shows how passion and perseverance can turn life's experiences into a
Ages 6–10
Hands Up!
Breanna J. McDaniel
For the parent looking to reclaim a difficult phrase, this joyful story transforms 'hands up' into a celebration of grow
Ages 4–8
The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
The Story of Ella Fitzgerald
Kathy Trusty
A difficult childhood gives way to the bright lights of the stage in this biography of the legendary First Lady of Song,
Ages 6–9
History Maker Biographies
Rosa Parks: Activist for Equality
Grace Hansen
Trace Rosa Parks’ life from her early years to the historic bus ride that challenged inequality and changed the course o
Ages 5–8
The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
The Story of Nelson Mandela
Floyd Stokes
For the child asking big questions about fairness and how one person can change the world. This biography introduces the
Ages 6–9
American Girl Short Stories
Addy Studies Freedom
Connie Porter
For the child discovering the weight and wonder of their own voice, this story explores the profound connection between
Ages 7–10
Stories from the Life of the Prophet Muhammad #3
The Desert Chief
Khurram Murad
For the child curious about history and heroes. Discover how a powerful tribal leader transformed through a journey of f
Ages 8–12
Tales of Wit and Wisdom
Vikram and Vetal
Poile Sengupta
For the inquisitive child who loves a mental challenge, these ancient Indian legends use clever riddles to explore deep
Ages 8–12
Geronimo Stilton Reporter
Geronimo Stilton Reporter: Going Down to Chinatown
Elisabetta Dami
Join the mild-mannered mouse Geronimo Stilton as he heads to Chinatown for a colorful, illustrated mystery filled with f
Ages 7–10
Trailblazer Biographies
The Story of Fannie Lou Hamer
Margeaux Weston
For children learning about the power of using their voice to demand change and the history of the fight for voting righ
Ages 6–10
Magic Tree House Fact Trackers #47
China: Land of the Emperor's Great Wall
Mary Pope Osborne, Natalie Pope Boyce
For the curious child who wants to dive deeper into the history and culture of China after reading the Magic Tree House
Ages 6–10
The Story Of
The Story of Frida Kahlo
Susan B. Katz
For the child facing physical obstacles or feeling different: learn how Frida Kahlo transformed pain and isolation into
Ages 6–9
G. Neri's True Adventures #2
My Bicentennial Summer
G. Neri
For the child exploring their place in the world, this verse memoir captures a biracial boy's journey through a summer o
Ages 8–12
Global Babies #5
Global Baby Playtime
The Global Fund for Children
For the parent wanting to show their little one that no matter where we live, every baby loves to splash, giggle, and pl
Ages 0–3
Like Sisters on the Homefront
Rita Williams-Garcia
For the teen navigating the weight of big mistakes and the search for where they truly belong within their family histor
Ages 12–17
