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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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(41)
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(6)
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3–5
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Say It Loud! The Story of Rap Music
K. Maurice Jones
For the child who loves music and wants to understand the roots of their favorite songs. This history explores rap from
Ages 10–16
Shirley Chisholm Dared: The Story of the First Black Woman in Congress
Alicia D. Williams
For the child finding their voice and learning to stand tall. This vibrant biography of Shirley Chisholm celebrates the
Ages 4–8
Words Set Me Free: The Story of Young Frederick Douglass
Lesa Cline-Ransome
For the child curious about why reading is such a superpower. Explore the incredible true story of how Frederick Douglas
Ages 6–10
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Joseph and the Sabbath Fish
Eric A. Kimmel
Jewish humor dates back to the compilation of Talmud and Midrash. In the Jewish community of the Holy Roman Empire, theo
Ages 4–8
Yonder Mountain
as told by Robert H. Bushyhead
For the child learning that true leadership is found in helping others rather than seeking personal gain.
Ages 4–8
The Cricket War
Thọ Phạm, Sandra McTavish
For the child learning about family roots and how stories of the past shape who we are today, even when those stories co
Ages 6–12
Mr. Mintz's Blintzes
Leslie Kimmelman
When an injury keeps Mr. Mintz from the kitchen, his neighbors gather to bake his famous Shavuot blintzes as a surprise.
Ages 4–8
Counting on Katherine
Helaine Becker
For the child who loves to ask 'why' and finds magic in numbers, this story of NASA legend Katherine Johnson celebrates
Ages 5–9
Ain't Nobody a Stranger to Me
Ann Grifalconi
For the child curious about their family roots or starting to ask big questions about fairness, history, and how kindnes
Ages 6–10
TOON Latin American Folktales #1
Night Stories: Folktales from Latin America
Liniers
For the child who loves strange legends and magical creatures, these reimagined tales offer a whimsical bridge to Latin
Ages 7–11
The Trip Back Home
Janet S. Wong
For the child preparing to visit family far away, this gentle story explores the beauty of heritage and the comfort of i
Ages 4–8
Why Do The Chinese Have A Different New Year?
Baby Professor
Learn how the turn of the lunar calendar creates a vibrant spring festival and why the date of this important celebratio
Ages 4–8
The Legend of Old Befana
Tomie dePaola
Busy chores once kept Old Befana from joining the Three Kings, but now she travels the world every January to leave spec
Ages 4–8
Even Higher
Richard Ungar
For the child questioning what it means to be a good person, this story reveals that true greatness is found in quiet ac
Ages 5–9
The Diary of Laura's Twin
Kathy Kacer
For the middle grader looking for meaning in their traditions or grappling with the weight of history through the eyes o
Ages 10–14
Paul Goble Gallery: Three Native American Stories
Paul Goble
For the child who feels a deep connection to the natural world and wonders about the origins of the animals and stars ar
Ages 5–10
Turning Pages
Sonia Sotomayor
For the child who needs to see how passion and perseverance can lead to great things. This memoir shows how books provid
Ages 4–9
Light in the Darkness
Lesa Cline-Ransome
For the child learning about the heavy history of our world and the immense courage it takes to pursue knowledge when it
Ages 6–10
Jefferson's Children: The Story of One American Family
Shannon Lanier
For the young person navigating a complex family tree and discovering how history shaped their identity.
Ages 10–14
The Moving-Box Sukkah
Leah Berkowitz
A new apartment starts to feel like home as a boy and his mom use moving boxes to build a creative space for their Sukko
Ages 4–8
The Story of Olympic Swimmer Duke Kahanamoku
Ellie Crowe
Olympic gold medals and world records mark the life of a legendary Hawaiian surfer who rose to global fame while battlin
Ages 8–12
First Concepts in Mexican Folk Art #5
Animal Talk
Cynthia Weill
For the curious toddler discovering that a rooster says 'cocorico' in Mexico and 'cock-a-doodle-doo' in the US, while ex
Ages 0–4
String Music
Rick Telander
The creation of the earth and the theft of a mythical wealth-making machine unfold in these epic poems from Finnish and
Ages 10–18
Black Jack: The Ballad of Jack Johnson
Charles R. Smith Jr.
Rhythmic text and vibrant collage art celebrate the perseverance of Jack Johnson, the first African American heavyweight
Ages 6–10
