Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

Three best friends from the gullies of Mumbai have a falling out. Thena deadly cloudburst threatens their neighbourhood. Will they be able toovercome their religious differences and unite in the face of danger?When outsiders enter Moin's neighbourhood and complain about the smell, he is...

With its positive message and community-centered story, this tale of a tree and the community that loves it will resonate with readers of all ages. Some trees grow up wanting to be tall lighthouses or big red barns full of horses. Not Linden. He...

Kashmira Sheth's eloquent verse novel follows an Indian American Sikh boy through a year of change, challenges, and growth Anoop is many things: a brother, a son, a grandson, a friend, a middle school student, and a budding writer. He is also Indian American...

Dive into the enchanting world of Portugal with this captivating collection of fourteen short stories for kids! Embark on a delightful journey through the rich tapestry of Portuguese culture, where each story unfolds like a treasure waiting to be discovered. Tales from Portugal is...

Coco and Mango's Snow Day is a continuation of My Home Too. The second of a two-book duology. My Home Too is where Coco and Mango are introduced to animals different from themselves. And through the trials of overcoming obstacles of diversity, by interacting...

Ants are always busy, but these are sort of different. They are named after the ABC's. Read the book and find out about their adventures. As always A will lead the way.Author: Frances B. HannaISBN-10: 8889602481ISBN-13: 9798889602484Publisher: Page PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/14/2023Pages: 64Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.94lbsSize:...

Some people are natural leaders, however, most need to continually develop to genuinely succeed in demonstrating leadership skills. Sometimes the information we review as adults make being a great leader seem challenging when actually, it is simple enough for even our children to learn....

This fun-loving book shows kids that, in a world where fitting in is the norm, being different makes us special. The kids in What I Like About Me are as different as night and day. And guess what? They love it. Some adore the...

"I Sing" is a book that inspires children to be themselves and let their stars shine! Each child is special and unique, and they all bring their special gift to the world. As families and friends read this book, children will be inspired to...

Aaron is outgoing and funny and a whiz at kickball. He's also compassionate and kind, reading books at the old folks home down H street. Basically, he's pretty great. But he's got a problem: everyone calls him a Crybaby.When his friends cheat at Forknife,...

HOW WONDERFUL is spending summertime by the Spanish seaside from the childhood to adult ages, enjoying a good talk to some good friends in a relaxed tone and tasting some Spanish tapas from the chiringutos! HOW EXCITING is making some sandcastles by the sea...

Cousins Janjak and Freda travel with their godmother to visit one of Haiti's most famous national treasures: the Citadel. On their big adventure, they make a new friend who shows them everyone can use a helping hand. As they tour the famous fortress, they...

(Bilingual English-Dutch edition) When a boy visits another village, he is amazed to find the people terrified of something that - just because they have not seen it before - they mistake for a terrible, dangerous animal. Using his own knowledge and by demonstration,...

(Bilingual English-Dutch edition) A young fox's ingenuity and perseverance enable it to escape from a clever trap set by a man. This engaging story can inspire children to face challenges directly and to overcome obstacles in their path - and even to make use...

(Bilingual English-Dutch 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...

A perfect baby gift, this charming and funny board book features animals from around the world, each one celebrating their uniquely shaped bum. All bottoms are wonderful! Don't you agree? Each animal has a different reason for loving their behind--from cute and round to...

While Mia spends winter break in San Francisco's Chinatown with Lupe and Jason, she uncovers stories, grapples with new feelings for Jason, and experiences various forms of racism.Author: Kelly YangISBN-10: 8885797032ISBN-13: 9798885797030Publisher: Youth Large PrintLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/13/2024Format: Library BindingWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.60w x...

(Bilingual English-Urdu edition) When a little boy wakes up with a dry throat, those around him run about trying to work out what caused the condition. One by one, servants, doctors, and medical students try remedies that only complicate the situation and make the...

Coco and Mango's Snow Day is a continuation of My Home Too. The second of a two-book duology. My Home Too is where Coco and Mango are introduced to animals different from themselves. And through the trials of overcoming obstacles of diversity, by interacting...

From the bestselling author of I Love My Hair!, Keyana has big plans for her family movie night, but when things start to fall apart she learns how to rely on the support of her loved ones. Keyana's always full of big ideas. Her...

An exuberantly joyful book of color mixing that empowers children and shows them that brown skin--every skin, whatever color!--is beautiful.Author: Michaela Dias-HayesISBN-10: 168464528XISBN-13: 9781684645282Publisher: Kane/Miller Book PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2023Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.02lbsSize: 9.88h x 9.93w x 0.20dReview Citation(s): Booklist 03/01/2023 pg. 58

Wide like an elephant and tall like a camel. That would be the perfect Christmas tree. When Nisha and her father set out to pick out a Christmas tree, she wants a big tree, but her Baba wants a small one. Nisha tries to...

Everyone deserves to shine. Lupita's big ballet recital is approaching. The music is perfect. Her ballet moves are strong. But her peachy pink ballet slippers don't match her skin tone. Lupita searches for the right pair only to discover it will take hard work--and...

Mary now has many friends and enjoys playing and learning with them. Her class has students from all over the world. To represent and showcase this diversity, a multicultural event was hosted by the third-grade teachers and the students were asked to bring food...

When eleven-year-old Hailey and her friend Kyle make a wish on a Chinese lion statue, they accidentally bring a dragon to life. Scared at first, the kids soon realize that Zhu the dragon means them no harm, and they show the dragon around their...

Zandi is a girl on a mission: to bring a message of conservation to the world.Zandi was always thinking and dreaming about the ocean. Then, one special day, the ocean calls for her. Zandi tentatively approaches the water--and that's when her adventure begins! She...

Mary now has many friends and enjoys playing and learning with them. Her class has students from all over the world. To represent and showcase this diversity, a multicultural event was hosted by the third-grade teachers and the students were asked to bring food...

In this tender story of international adoption, a mother weaves a magical web of tales to explain how her child came to be part of the family.A young child asks his mother to tell the story of where he came from. "I might tell...

Kindness can be shown during even the harshest of storms. Shutters rattled. Wind howled. As a ferocious hurricane descends upon her town, Lupita finds two baby birds who have fallen out of their nest and brings them inside to shelter them from the storm....

Joy has to make a presentation about her mentor. There's only one problem: She doesn't know if she has one.Join Joy as she learns what mentors are and realizes they're sprinkled throughout her life.Want more Joy?Visit JoyOnAJourney.com to access free resources for students, parents,...

(Bilingual English-Urdu edition) A wealthy merchant's prize possession is a beautiful bird. Believing that he loves the exotic creature too much to set it free, the merchant discovers that animals are sometimes better at learning by example than humans. This is one of a...

Author: Dorina Lazo Gilmore-YoungISBN-10: 0593577795ISBN-13: 9780593577790Publisher: Waterbrook PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/16/2024Pages: 40Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.60w x 0.30dReview Citation(s): Publishers Weekly 03/18/2024

The Main Line Mutt is a Heartwarming Tale of a Mixed Breed Dog Named Maggie"When Maggie moves to a new upscale neighborhood, she encounters the snobbishness of the purebred dogs, who all look down on her because she is a mutt. Maggie attends a...

The Main Line Mutt is a Heartwarming Tale of a Mixed Breed Dog Named Maggie"When Maggie moves to a new upscale neighborhood, she encounters the snobbishness of the purebred dogs, who all look down on her because she is a mutt. Maggie attends a...

Meena is excited because today she's going to Nanu's house to drink tea and eat treats. When Meena gets there, she's ready to get started...but her nanu tells her it's not time yet. Today they're going to have a very special Bengali tea called...

Paula visits Nana invites readers of all ages to embark on a heartwarming journey, filled with the magic of storytelling and the power of familial connections. Through Denise's words, she extends a warm embrace to you, encouraging you to rediscover the joy of imagination,...

Tomorrow is moving day and one little girl worries about moving so far, far away from her Aaji and Ajoba. But Aaji gifts her with a handmade kurta. A kurta with two big pockets for holding all the small things that will remind the...

You have the best mamas in the world! In this beautifully illustrated, cute and colourful book you will find 10 reasons why your child has the best parents in the world.For more books by Elias Zapple please visit http: //eliaszapple.comAuthor: Elias ZappleISBN-10: 1912704579ISBN-13: 9781912704576Publisher:...

Goodnight Goat / Bonnwit Kabrit is a lovely bicultural bedtime story for young children everywhere." -The Midwest Book ReviewIn this delightful, rhyming bedtime story, children journey across Haiti, saying goodnight to scenes the nation's children would know from their daily lives. From the calico...

Whether or not you're Métis, there's so much to experience and learn about this amazing Indigenous culture -- take a picture book journey into Métis crafts, music and cooking with friends who love to share. Are you Métis like me? A group of children...

It's time to come together and eat with the beloved characters from the New York Times bestseller All Are Welcome! A great introduction to different food groups for the very youngest foodies. Do you like noodles? Rice? Greens? No need to choose, we like...

(Bilingual English-Turkish edition) In a land where families pride themselves on the best way to prepare peaches, neighbors compete furiously to outdo one another to find the true essence of the fruit. Their ever-more-complicated extraction processes are so competitive and convoluted that the people...

(Bilingual English-Pashto edition) When a little boy wakes up with a dry throat, those around him run about trying to work out what caused the condition. One by one, servants, doctors, and medical students try remedies that only complicate the situation and make the...

(Bilingual English-Pashto edition) A wealthy merchant's prize possession is a beautiful bird. Believing that he loves the exotic creature too much to set it free, the merchant discovers that animals are sometimes better at learning by example than humans. This is one of a...

(Bilingual English-Turkish edition) When a little boy wakes up with a dry throat, those around him run about trying to work out what caused the condition. One by one, servants, doctors, and medical students try remedies that only complicate the situation and make the...

(Bilingual English-Turkish edition) A wealthy merchant's prize possession is a beautiful bird. Believing that he loves the exotic creature too much to set it free, the merchant discovers that animals are sometimes better at learning by example than humans. This is one of a...

(Bilingual English-Polish edition) A wealthy merchant's prize possession is a beautiful bird. Believing that he loves the exotic creature too much to set it free, the merchant discovers that animals are sometimes better at learning by example than humans. This is one of a...

(Bilingual English-Polish edition) When a little boy wakes up with a dry throat, those around him run about trying to work out what caused the condition. One by one, servants, doctors, and medical students try remedies that only complicate the situation and make the...

"Sanjay's Double Rainbow: A Tale of Love and Unity" is a heartwarming children's book that celebrates the beauty of diverse families and the power of love and acceptance. The story revolves around Sanjay, a young boy who lives with his two moms, Fatima and...

Sing around the world, from mountains to valleys, in towns and cities, with all the fish, birds, trees and flowers of the Earth! Adapted from the popular spirituals song, and with helpful endnotes, this Spanish-language edition of the classic Barefoot singalong Whole World is...