Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

Our Child introduces young readers to a world where pulaaku (Fulani values) and community flourish.A beautiful picture book celebrating Pulaaku and connection, perfect for bedtime stories and conversations about emotions, nature, and family. Set along the Senegal River in Futa Toro, the story features...

On the wide prairie, friendship begins in silence.On the wide Missouri prairie, ten-year-old Emeline O'Connor knows how to listen-to the wind moving through tall grass, to the rhythm of farm life, to the steady comfort of her family's love.But when a new neighbor boy...

On the wide prairie, friendship begins in silence.On the wide Missouri prairie, ten-year-old Emeline O'Connor knows how to listen-to the wind moving through tall grass, to the rhythm of farm life, to the steady comfort of her family's love.But when a new neighbor boy...

When Jellyfish Come to Town is a heartwarming children's story about extending friendship and kindness when meeting people who are different from you.Mateo and his brother are sea otters who meet two new manatees. While introducing Santi and Maria to all the welcoming sea...

Lily and Alex were best friends. Lily knew Alex had something special called autism. Alex saw the world in a different way, his own way. By playing together, they learned to understand each other and make both of their lives happier!Author: Sana Art,Kevin EhrhartISBN-13:...

When tragedy strikes, a young girl learns the importance of hope and community in this moving picture book from acclaimed author Shauntay Grant. After a community member is lost suddenly, a young girl and her father make their way to a protest in their...

A gloomy, rainy day is turned upside down when Gran-moman takes Petite Marie on an adventure through town. Celebrate joy, Louisiana Creole culture, community, and the love of a wonderful grandparent in this gorgeous story about making every day count. "An inspiring, beautifully told...

*Bank Street Best Book of the Year * Study of Multicultural Children's Literature Best Book of the Year * CCBC Choices Title * Oregon Spirit Book Award HonorAuthor Waka T. Brown and artist Yuko Jones join forces for this picture book about a young...

Dear Pen Pal: Meet MiaMeet Mia Peoples, a thoughtful, creative, and spirited 10-year-old who writes directly to you, her pen pal.In this heartfelt introduction, Mia shares what it's like being a girl-exciting, confusing, joyful, and challenging all at once. As she prepares for her...

Join Rayhan and his family as they celebrate Ramadan! A perfect introduction to Ramadan! When Rayhan wakes up and his dad says there's porridge for breakfast, he's NOT PLEASED. But it's Ramadan, so Rayhan decides to fast. Hooray! But fasting is harder than it...

A full-color early chapter fantasy series about a powerful team of ten-year-olds who, along with their legendary ally animals, must work together to help heal their communities, from the author of the award-winning Nguyen Kids. Welcome to the magical world of Van Lang, where...

Dougie struggles with honesty when trying to adapt to a change in his new life, moving to a new city, going to a new school, and making new friends. He felt anxiety when it came to making new friends. He went a little overboard...

Author: Lulu BuckISBN-13: 9798991273879Publisher: Bucks Books ConsultingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/17/2026Pages: 54Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.04lbsSize: 8.50h x 11.00w x 0.25d

Author: Armida EspinozaISBN-10: 1779446829ISBN-13: 9781779446824Publisher: Miriam Laundry PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/15/2026Pages: 36Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.91lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Author: Josie Abigail,Courtney MillerISBN-13: 9798195987268Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/07/2026Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.19lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.07d

Author: Sara Madden,Hayley HelstenISBN-10: 1946505234ISBN-13: 9781946505231Publisher: Sara MaddenLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/25/2026Pages: 50Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.13d

In this dazzling book, perfect for gift giving, bestselling creators Regis and Kahran Bethencourt shake up Christmas with their iconic flare. It's Christmas! It's Christmas! Let's vibe with good cheer. Let's break out the classics we share once a year. We recite Christmas poems...

Join Pran and his friends in an exploration of sound and the engineering design process, because STEAM is everywhere and for everyone! Part of STEAMWORKS, a series of fiction picture books for ages 4-7 that relate science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) to...

Follow the Tree House Club to 2580 BCE, where they find there's more to the mystery of the Great Pyramid than they ever suspected.A building project at Harry's house prompts Keith to reveal his inner architect and gives the Treehouse Club an idea for...

Author: Siddhi ShrivastavISBN-13: 9798995817031Publisher: Siddhi ShrivastavLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/15/2026Pages: 28Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Author: Claude LouisISBN-10: 1962879046ISBN-13: 9781962879040Publisher: Words in ActionLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/18/2026Pages: 54Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.89lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.25dLarge Print

"This series offers solid glimpses of faraway places, more poetry than a tour guide . . . evocative and inviting" - School Library JournalSabeh el kheyr! Let's spend a day in Lebanon! Eat labneh and man'ousheh for breakfast, dance the dabke with Teta and...

Maximilian's Feast: A Story Inspired by True Events"Everyone has a gift. What will yours be?"Author's VisionI believe children deserve stories that reflect the beauty of differences and the power of love.Maximilian's Feast was inspired by true resilience and celebrates the magic of seeing the...

In this Newbery Honor-winning bestseller, breathtaking suspense, unforgettable characters, and a pinch of magic combine in the dual stories of two young people--one in 731 China, and one in 1931 Chinatown--on perilous journeys to save their families. An instant classic from the beloved author...

Author: Lulu BuckISBN-13: 9798991273855Publisher: Bucks Books ConsultingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/17/2026Pages: 52Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.42lbsSize: 8.50h x 11.00w x 0.14d

Reina helps her neighbors in this Level Two I Can Read story about Reina Ramos, a loyal friend whose high-spirited antics sometimes cause chaos but who always finds a way to make things right! Features Spanish vocabulary and a glossary.Reina's school is holding a...

"An easy reader with a simple plot, packed with all things adorable. Reina Ramos fills a need for representation and brings a metaphorical sliding glass door to classroom -libraries" --School Library Journal Reina Ramos is a tour guide in this Level Two I Can...

With vivid illustrations by Kaylani Juanita, Samara Cole Doyon sings a carol for the plenitude that surrounds us and the self each of us is meant to inhabit.Author: Samara Cole DoyonISBN-13: 9798855035735Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/07/2020Pages: 32Format: HardcoverAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.4Point...

Love is all around us, in hugs and stories, in laughter and play. Through the eyes of a curious toddler, this book explores how love appears in everyday moments. With simple language and bright illustrations, it invites young children to feel, recognize, and share...

A primary schooler thinks that she may be a robot. After all, she is nothing like her classmates. She struggles to make friends, has sensory issues, and has to follow the rules, no matter what. Will she be able to accept herself and her...

The Extraordinary Techies, an unstoppable force work together to create a smart garden for their annual science fair. This book shows how friendship, creativity and technology makes the world a better place.Author: Octevia TorianISBN-13: 9798261963738Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2026Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 9.00h x...

"A charming, beautifully illustrated debut that will sink deep into the ocean of your heart."-- Bao Phi, author of A Different PondPearl is gone! And Marvin, a round, shiny merchild, sets out to search the sea--and discovers friendship in the most unexpected places.Marvin is...

Author: Siddhi ShrivastavISBN-13: 9798995817017Publisher: Siddhi ShrivastavLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/15/2026Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.07d

"A fun, magical first step into Arabic for young children."- Rosie Greening, bestselling children's author"The author definitely needs to write more books which transport Hi to other countries to learn other greetings and spread acceptance and friendship!"- Susan Gibbs, LoveReading4Kids Ambassador (Indie Books We...

Priya plans a henna-night party that is out-of-this-world in the second installment of this full-color early chapter book series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content,...

Qué pasa cuando la comida favorita que un niño o una niña trae a la escuela recibe comentarios denigrantes a la hora del almuerzo? Descúbrelo en esta edición bilingüe. What happens when a child's favorite packed lunch is met with disparaging comments at the...

'ittle Bear travels the world in a Big Person's suitcase. While the Big Person works, she goes out on adventures of her own. As she travels, she experiences the wonderful things that one does when traveling (new places, exciting sights, new food, and new...

When a young boy is assigned a project about the fur trade by his teacher, he doesn't know who to turn to because his mom works all day. With help from his grandfather and the internet, they travel back in time and discover how...

Olive Oh is going to be a famous artist when she grows up. Right now, she's in third grade, using her creative thinking to find solutions to all kinds of problems. Her ideas often lead to unexpected adventures for her family and friends. But...

Una entrañable historia sobre una niña que no puede dormir, ni siquiera cuando papá y mamá hacen todo lo posible para ayudarla. Para dormilones de 4 años en adelante. Daisy no puede dormir! Mamá le lee un cuento y papá le canta una canción...

While the other kids happily bound into the classroom, Gabe stands with his mother outside the door, timid and unsure about walking into school. That's because Gabe is the new kid at school and he doesn't speak English. Gabe is from another country. With...

Stars in My Skin is a poetic picture book for ages 6-9 that explores identity, imagination, science, and inherited brilliance through lyrical language and symbol-rich illustration. Guided by a child's reflective voice, the narrative affirms self-worth while weaving visual elements inspired by African storytelling...

This story features an autistic child who is a gestalt language processor and communicates using music, AAC, and sign language, celebrating the many different ways children express themselves This story gently invites readers into a world where communication doesn't have to look "typical" to...

Inspired by eight-time Grammy winner Ziggy Marley's hit song, this joyful, empowering picture book celebrates self-esteem, kindness, and community.Join a welcoming group of kids as they make friends and help each other at school and in their vibrant community. Whether it's sitting with a...

Xirsi, the sharpest mind among the Intasimi Warriors, has always excelled at solving puzzles that stump others. With the emergence of an ancient prophecy, his abilities are put to the ultimate test. Xirsi embarks on a perilous journey to not only save the world...

Mayuri feels safest when she's in the cozy little fort she's made in her family's den. Plump cushions, soft-flowing saris, and gentle blankets keep her snug as the music from her favorite Tamil movies swoops all around her. When she ventures outside, however, the...

Get ready to be surprised! What happens between a young girl who is about to reveal a brave secret and a weeping willow tree named Capi-whose extraordinary idea rocks the city park?Kids will fall in love with Shyanne and Capi in this touching tale,...

Join Lilly Loves Life, Jimmy Jumps Jams and Jellies and Randy Rosy Outlook as they spend their special day in the Grandmother Palace. They are meeting the grandmothers and receiving their whizdom and talent seeds! The Grandmother Palace sits in the Land of Golly...

"An inspiring tale of friendship, courage, and the power of empathy to transform a school community."Moving to a new country is hard for anyone, but for Mai, it feels overwhelming. After emigrating from China, she not only has to adjust to a new culture...

This is a story of the perserverance of a unique puppy, born in the big city of New York. He's adopted by the Brians family, who had a daughter named Jennifer. While on a trip the puppy becomes lost, and is faced with new...