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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
Age
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3–5
6–8
9–12
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Uncegila's Seventh Spot: A Lakota Legend
Jill Rubalcaba
Twin brothers face a terrifying serpent with the help of a shaman, only to realize the magical powers they've won come w
Ages 7–11
Which Way Freedom
Joyce Hansen
For the young reader exploring their place in the world and the meaning of personal agency. This story follows Obi's jou
Ages 10–14
Zodiac Kids #10
The Little Alarm Clock of the Farm
Tom Geng
Dawny the rooster has the most important job on the farm: waking up the sleepy cows and pigs to start the day with a ver
Ages 4–8
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New Year at the Pier: A Rosh Hashanah Story
April Halprin Wayland
For the child who has made a mistake and needs help finding the courage to apologize and make things right during the Je
Ages 4–8
And Still the Turtle Watched
Sheila MacGill-Callahan
High on a bluff over the Hudson River, a stone turtle carved long ago watches the landscape transform as the centuries p
Ages 5–9
Quiet Storm
Lydia Omolola Okutoro
Young authors of African ancestry share their perspectives on family, pride, and spirituality in this collection of orig
Ages 12–18
Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock
Eric A. Kimmel
For the child who enjoys outsmarting others or needs a playful lesson on why trickery doesn't always pay off.
Ages 4–8
The Conjure Woman
William Miller
For children facing a scary illness or feeling intimidated by people who seem different. This story celebrates the power
Ages 5–9
Big Thunder Magic
Craig Kee Strete
Thunderspirit is a tiny and timid ghost, but he must find his bravery when his friend Nanabee the sheep needs to be resc
Ages 4–8
My Horse of the North
Bruce McMillan
High in the Arctic Circle, a young girl in Iceland prepares her horse for the annual tradition of gathering sheep across
Ages 6–10
Ho-Limlim: A Rabbit Tale From Japan
Hisakazu Fujimura
An aging rabbit decides to trade his long travels for the peace of his own garden, surrounded by his loving children and
Ages 4–8
When Mindy Saved Hanukkah
Eric A. Kimmel
A tiny family living inside synagogue walls must face a formidable cat to secure the candles they need for their menorah
Ages 4–8
The Black Snowman
Phil Mendez
A magical kente cloth brings a snowman to life, guiding young Jacob through a powerful transformation to embrace his her
Ages 6–10
Luka's Quilt
Georgia Guback
Luka and her grandmother both love the traditional Hawaiian quilt they are making together, but they cannot agree on whi
Ages 4–8
The Christmas Witch
Ilse Plume
A poor peasant woman wanders through Italy searching for the Christ Child, leaving a sack of gifts for children in her w
Ages 4–8
Hearsay: Strange Tales from the Middle Kingdom
Barbara Ann Porte
Enter a world of ghosts, ancient legends, and folklore. This collection brings the mysterious and magical culture of the
Ages 8–12
Jewish Rhymes to Make You Smile! #1
Borei Pri Ha’Adamah!
Chana Voola
For parents wanting to introduce Jewish mealtime traditions, this book turns vegetable identification into a moment of g
Ages 1–4
Zodiac Kids #9
Little Monkey Curio's Quest for the 'Valley of Beasts'
Tom Geng
Curio the monkey braves the thorny path to the fearsome Valley of Beasts to discover if the legends of hungry monsters a
Ages 5–9
Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods
Grace Lin
Ancient folklore and modern legends come to life through the savory history of iconic Chinese dishes, connecting every b
Ages 8–12
Lion Dancer: Ernie Wan's Chinese New Year
Kate Waters, Madeline Slovenz-Low
Ernie Wan gets ready for his very first lion dance in Chinatown as his family and community prepare for a vibrant Chines
Ages 4–8
Gai See: What You Can See in Chinatown
Roseanne Thong
Step into the middle of a bustling Saturday market where the air is filled with the rhythmic rhymes of shoppers and the
Ages 4–8
Tigers, Frogs, and Rice Cakes, A Book of Korean Proverbs
Daniel D. Holt
For children exploring their Korean heritage or families wanting to share timeless wisdom, these twenty proverbs use ani
Ages 5–10
Jouanah: A Hmong Cinderella (Ntsuag Nos: Ib Tug Cinderella Hmoob)
Jewell Reinhart Coburn, Tzexa Cherta Lee
Ntsuag Nos must overcome her stepmother's cruelty in this Hmong retelling of Cinderella, aided by a pair of special sand
Ages 6–10
Weaving a California Tradition: A Native American Basketmaker
Linda Yamane
Eleven-year-old Carly carries on the Western Mono tradition, gathering plants and mastering the intricate art of Native
Ages 8–12
