Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

Get ready for a rhyming whirlwind of fun with 'Crazy Cousins, ' a delightful children's book celebrating the nostalgia and magic of family ties. Cousins come in all different shades, shapes, and sizes but it's the bond of family that unites us. From impromptu...

Aurora's Cousin Cielo comes to visit her in the frozen tundra. He misses his family and his home but discovers Princess Amirah, a magical tour guide who teaches him about the majesty and beauty of the tundra and its animals. This is an inspiring...

A young boy daydreams of faraway places but is captivated by the strength and nobility of lions that he read about. His father, an airline pilot, takes him to Africa to see the big cats. The young boy is smitten.Author: Renee T. WilliamsISBN-13: 9798891570498Publisher:...

An ode to the family, friendship, and the beautiful tradition of Hoodoo practice, this book celebrates the magic and symbolism to be found in every day, written by bestselling author Nyasha Williams. Dayo practices Hoodoo with her family. One Saturday, she wakes from an...

This is a story of a young boy who is found to be ill. His family wants to bring joy to his life and make great memories. These memories are shared with the wood-carver from book 1 and 2.Author: Liz BattonISBN-10: 8889605839ISBN-13: 9798889605836Publisher: Page...

Girls Like Me From A to Z was written to show Black and Brown little girls how diverse the world is and to help them find comfort and safety in knowing they can travel the world and see people that look like them anywhere...

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...

Author: Humera MalikISBN-10: 1915244609ISBN-13: 9781915244604Publisher: Lantana PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/05/2024Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 10.30h x 10.40w x 0.40dReview Citation(s): Kirkus Reviews 01/01/2024

When two red foxes have an argument which breaks apart their community, a gentle buffalo decides to take a braid of sweetgrass to a local elder and asks her to help with a sharing circle for all the animals. Medicine Wheel Publishing is committed...

Wanting to belong can be hard, and walking away can be even harder. When a storm plucks four eaglets from their nest to the forest fl-oor, the displaced eaglets proceed on a journey across Turtle Island to rediscover where they belong. One by one,...

Winners of seven Telly Awards and two NYC Big Book Awards, Neil Goldberg and Nick Nickolaou present their beloved characters POMP, SNOW, and CIRQUEumstance in an all new adventure-Holidays All Year! As December ends, best friends POMP, SNOW, and CIRQUEumstance wrap up Christmas and...

A love letter to immigrant families everywhere!Jerk Chicken Magic is a heartwarming story of a multi-generational immigrant family (The Higgins), through the eyes of a charming 6-year-old girl named, Lizzy - as she explores the culinary magic of Jamaica's most famous cultural export, jerk...

The Boy in the Mirror is a story about a young biracial boy becoming aware and voicing questions about his identity.Author: Joan GiarratanoISBN-13: 9798822936584Publisher: Palmetto PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/19/2024Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.07d

Join Silla, the sensational scientist; Tyriqa, the tenacious technologist; Elaine, the exquisite engineer; Antonia, the assertive artist; and Maalika, the motivated mathematician, as they embark on a whimsical adventure to save a magical forest! With each girl bringing her unique skills to the table,...

'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...

Gast縊 is an adventurous young boy from Portugal who enjoys exploring new cultures. He visits South Korea with his parents on his latest journey, The Adventures of Gast縊 in South Korea, the third book in The Adventures of Gast縊 series. When he arrives, he...

In this colorful celebration of culture, community, and the food that binds us all together, follow a young boy on a culinary tour of New York City, perfect for fans of ALL ARE WELCOME and WHERE ARE YOU FROM? What is home? To one...

Bursting with humor and acceptance, this charming picture book follows a little pea named Pearl as she learns the true meaning of family. Pearl loves her family! But one day, she discovers that she's not a grape like the rest of her bunch and...

Discover the captivating wonders of Sri Lanka with Gast縊 in the children's adventure book The Adventures of Gast縊 in Sri Lanka. When Gast縊 and his family embarked on an exciting voyage to explore this beautiful island country, they never could have imagined the incredible...

Accompanied by drawings from Elizabet Vukovic, Debbi Michiko Florence writes a beautifully heartfelt and richly humorous eighth book in the Jasmine Toguchi series. Eight-year-old Jasmine Toguchi is now an expert on travel and doesn't want summer to end! In this final book chronicling her...

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...

Shalome came to India from Syria in 1792. He was an astute businessman, and once he started his business in India, his work took him to many parts ofthe country. He wrote all about it in his diary. Now, some 240 years later, hisdescendant...

Malaika and the Angel is an uplifting collection of spiritual tales inspiring us to rediscover ourselves, others and look at the universe lovingly, with plenty of awe and wonder. Meet Malaika. Slightly shy. Sometimes mischievous. Always inquisitive and ever-open to the splendors of the...

A swashbuckling tale of leaving home, and the joy of adventure.Drawn to the horizon since she was small, the heroine of this story longs to discover what lies beyond it. She builds herself a boat, with the help of her parents, who know they...

Author Shyala Smith and illustrator Jani Balakumar's Sai's Magic Silk isa vibrant and unique story celebrating the idea of "finding your people." Sai loves to play with his amma's saris. Under each six yards of magic silk, he is transported to a new world....

Help Alma find Pajarito . . . in two languages! The celebrated series of bilingual board books continues, with a focus on prepositions--and starring the subject of the Caldecott Honor Book Alma and How She Got Her Name. Where is Pajarito? / Dónde está...

Devi knows that she's a good dancer. In fact, she's one of the best Bharatanatyam dancers at her dance school. So she's very upset when she learns she's lost the big dance competition. Her mom is a perfect dancer and Devi needs to be,...

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-10: 0884487989ISBN-13: 9780884487982Publisher: Tilbury House PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/10/2025Pages: 32Format: PaperbackAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.4Point Value:...

Join Oh Khalil and his friends, Braxton, Evie, and Jasper, on an immersive journey through Ohville as they reflect on their Kindergarten Chaos memories before the start of their first-grade year. Follow along as they talk about the challenges they faced and how they...

David's Decision follows author Vicki D. King's prior book Amy's Friendship Bracelet. David Taylor is Amy's oldest brother, and he's having issues dealing with a new student who's different from David's other classmates. The new student, eighth-grader Kellen Stevens, is one of the few...

(Bilingual English-Hungarian edition) This is the story of two brothers: one skilled in the practical arts and the other, Prince Tambal, considered by most people to be only a dreamer. Their father, the king, announces a competition to produce "interesting and useful devices." The...

Amira loves cholent and is eager to share her Nana's recipe in the "Best Cholent Competition Down Under." Amira and Nana throw garlic and ginger into their pot. "This is not a cholent," someone says. Everyone gasps when Nana takes out a needle and...

An unforgettable tale of struggle, adventure and hope from War Horse author and former Children's Laureate, Michael Morpurgo.'There's a plague, a fever, call it what you will, sweeping this country, and it's coming closer all the time.'Sean and Annie have one chance to escape...

"In A World of Puzzles" is a heartwarming and insightful journey into the lives of three children, Mark, Emma, and Michael, who navigate the complexities of autism. Charlotte Davis offers readers a touching narrative that explores the diverse experiences and challenges faced by children...

When Olivia, Mei, and Manny go apple picking, they decide to sort their apples by color since they each like a different kind.Author: Grace LinISBN-10: 1623544068ISBN-13: 9781623544065Publisher: Charlesbridge PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/14/2024Pages: 16Format: Board BookWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 6.06h x 5.88w x 0.37d

Author: Grace LinISBN-10: 1623544076ISBN-13: 9781623544072Publisher: Charlesbridge PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/14/2024Pages: 16Format: Board BookWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 5.87h x 6.07w x 0.35d

English Korean Bilingual Children's Book. Perfect for kids learning English or Korean as their second language.This heartwarming children's tale revolves around Yuri, a seven-year-old with an insatiable love for gimbap, her favorite Korean dish. Yuri's mom is the designated gimbap expert in their household,...

Are you looking for a beautifully written and emotionally touching children's book to share with your little ones? Look no further! "I'll Be Here" is a heartwarming story that celebrates the everlasting bond between parents and children, perfect for bedtime reading or any time...

Courtney's brother Bradley has autism. It can be hard for him to make friends because the other kids don't always understand why he acts the way he does. His meltdowns can be scary, and he needs things like his iPad, headphones, and blanket by...

A diverse cast of charming characters take a trip to a beachside resort and offer hours of entertainment for young readers everywhere. There are endless ways to enjoy a vacation on this island where folks of all ages, races, cultures, and abilities gather for...

Told in warm, inviting rhyme, this gentle introduction to community organizing and finding your place in a movement is perfect for young readers of All Are Welcome and What Do You Do With an Idea?. Welcome to our Community Day! Ready to find your...

Words for believing in yourself are the stars of this sweet picture book that empowers children of all abilities and backgrounds to not only believe in themselves but to be strong and resilient in the pursuit of their dreams. A teacher, a scientist or...

Baking with Papan is always an adventure as stories swirl in the kitchen. Join Papan and Vanessa as they go from the bumpy Pyrenees Mountains into fancy Paris and to the tropical island of Cuba while kneading, dancing and singing along the way.Based on...

Rebecca Stead's The List of Things That Will Not Change gets a "Space Oddity" sci-fi twist in this moving middle grade novel about one boy's journey to go back in time to prevent his parents' divorce. The present is the last place James wants...

"Grandma's Lost Treasure: How Kintsugi Turns Brokenness into Beauty"In the heartwarming children's book "Grandma's Lost Treasure," siblings Kin and Sugi are thrust into an enchanting adventure when they discover forgotten dishes in their grandmother's attic. These are no ordinary dishes; they are broken, yet...

It's time to Sing, Read and Play! Kids will love learning shapes, colors, counting and more in English and Spanish with their favorite Canticos friends! The accompanying deluxe music player is detachable and features 10 favorite Canticos songs, including "Gracías/Thank You", "Sana Sana, Colita...

A book based on the hit PBS animated pre-school series "Rosie's Rules". Rosie and Javi are enjoying their favorite TV show when ... the power goes off! "It's a power outage" explains Papá. "Who needs electricity anyway?" With flashlights in hand, Rosie and Javi...

Do you know what day you were born? Yes, your birthday! Wonderful if you said August 10th or May 24th. Was it a Tuesday, or a Friday? In the Akan and other Ghanaian tribes, you get a special name for the day of the...

Embark on a delightful journey with Tales from Bangladesh, a captivating collection of short stories meticulously crafted to enchant young readers.Dive into fourteen enchanting tales that transport children to the heart of Bangladesh, where every story is a vibrant thread weaving the cultural fabric...

Author: Alexandra PenfoldISBN-10: 0593430166ISBN-13: 9780593430163Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/07/2024Pages: 26Format: Board BookWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 7.10h x 7.10w x 0.70d