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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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Sari-Sari Summers
Lynnor Bontigao
After a heat wave leaves her grandmother's shop empty, Nora uses ripe mangoes and a sweet idea to bring the community ba
Ages 3–7
Influential People
Amandla Stenberg
Jenny Benjamin
For the child who wants to use their voice for good, this biography follows Amandla Stenberg's journey from young actor
Ages 8–12
A Picture Book Biography #24
A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall
David A. Adler
Trace the journey of the first African-American Supreme Court justice, from his early life to his historic role in the h
Ages 6–9
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Jazz A-B-Z
Wynton Marsalis
Experience the rhythm of jazz through 26 poetic tributes to musical legends, helping older children appreciate artistic
Ages 9–14
My First Hebrew
Animals & Insects
Esther S.
For families looking to build a foundation in Hebrew, this vibrant book introduces animal and insect names through clear
Ages 0–6
Best Shot in the West: The Adventures of Nat Love
Patricia C. McKissack, Frederick L. McKissack Jr.
For the child who loves adventure and needs to see that history is filled with diverse heroes who carved their own paths
Ages 10–14
Up in the Air: The Story of Bessie Coleman
Philip S. Hart
In 1920, Bessie Coleman traveled all the way to France to break barriers and become the first Black woman to earn a pilo
Ages 8–12
The Eagle Huntress
Aisholpan Nurgaiv, Liz Welch
Aisholpan Nurgaiv breaks centuries of tradition in Mongolia by capturing her own golden eagle and competing as the first
Ages 8–12
Coming to America
Polish Immigrants, 1890-1920
Rosemary Wallner
Leaving a homeland for a new life brings challenges and triumphs as Polish families arrive in America to build a future
Ages 8–11
Stef Soto #1
Stef Soto, Taco Queen
Jennifer Torres
Stef Soto wants to distance herself from her family's taco truck, but she soon finds that the business and her heritage
Ages 8–12
A New Year's Reunion
Yu Li-Qiong
Maomao cherishes every moment of sticky rice balls and dragon dances during the one special week each year her father re
Ages 3–8
I Love You So Mochi
Sarah Kuhn
For the teenager navigating a tense relationship with a parent while trying to find their own creative voice and cultura
Ages 12–18
Berry Woman's Children
Dale DeArmond
Traditional Eskimo animal legends come to life in these brief, evocative retellings of ancestral stories.
Ages 6–10
Here Comes Tricky Rabbit! Native American Trickster Tales
Gretchen Will Mayo
For the child who loves a bit of mischief, these traditional tales explore how cleverness and quick thinking can help ou
Ages 7–10
The Ramayana for Children
The Girl Who Chose
Devdutt Pattanaik
For the child learning that growing up means making their own choices, this retelling of the Ramayana explores the power
Ages 8–12
They Had a Dream: The Civil Rights Struggle from Frederick Douglass to Malcolm X
Jules Archer
The fight for justice comes to life through the stories of Frederick Douglass, Marcus Garvey, Martin Luther King, Jr., a
Ages 10–14
A Visit to Oma
Marisabina Russo
When a little girl visits her great-grandmother, she uses her imagination to translate an unfamiliar language into a sha
Ages 4–8
Wearing My Mother's Heart
Sophia Thakur
For the teen navigating the transition to adulthood who needs to hear that their voice, their heritage, and their evolvi
Ages 14–18
What is a Tape?: A Picture Book for Black Children
Vincent Marable
For the curious child asking about 'old' technology, this guide introduces cassette and VHS tapes while celebrating Blac
Ages 3–8
The Invisible Wild
Nikki Van De Car
Sixteen-year-old Emma must protect a mysterious boy and reconnect with the hidden spirits of Hawaii to save the only hom
Ages 12–18
Rookie Read-About Holidays
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
David F. Marx
For the child curious about why we have a day off in January, this gentle introduction explains the legacy of Dr. King t
Ages 4–7
My First Luxembourgish Body Parts Picture Book with English Translations
Lara S.
For families wanting to connect with their Luxembourgish roots or introduce a rare language, this simple guide makes lea
Ages 0–5
The Great Ball Game
Joseph Bruchac
Bat has teeth like the Animals and wings like the Birds, making him the surprising hero in a legendary competition to se
Ages 4–8
Best Shot in the West: The Adventures of Nat Love
Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack Jr.
For the child who loves tales of grit and adventure, this graphic novel explores how one man defined his own freedom on
Ages 8–14
