Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

Join Little Running Bear and Wildflower on an adventure into bear country. Will they encounter bears? Will they make their families proud?More importantly, does Little Running Bear have the courage to face his greatest fear and overcome it?Open the pages of this book to...

A coming of age story that follows a middle school aged Black girl as she learns to embrace her identity and individual features through the help of friendship and writing. In a world where beauty standards are dominated by Eurocentric ideals, Zoe Franklin, a...

From Fifi Abu -- the author of Some Moms and Some Dads -- comes this ode to children of all sorts. Kids who take showers vs those who take baths, kids who love science vs. kids who love math...kids come in all types! This...

(Bilingual English-Dutch 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...

Fourth-grader Austin Davis introduces a new way for kids to learn about diversity, appreciating differences, and teamwork.Austin's never known the truth-that his stuffed animals come to life whenever he leaves the house! Every time he goes to school, his bedroom becomes a brutal scene...

(Bilingual English-Polish 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-Polish 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...

This is a story that is told to the wood-carver from books 1, 2, and 3. It is the story of a young woman who ends up in a small town and how the ability to change one thing in the past makes for...

Every night, when Papa Bear puts his kids to sleep, he tells them, "I love you, I trust you, I'm proud of you." But would he love them no matter who they were and what they did? Would he love them no matter what?...

The Unicorn Mouse wasn't like other mice. She had pink paisley fur and a furry fluffy tail. Most special of all, she had her unicorn horn. When she was little, she kept the horn hidden under her pink hat. But as her horn grows,...

One Box is a children's counting story about a migrant worker sending a box of gifts and supplies to their loved ones in the Philippines. Also known as Balikbayan boxes, these are typically filled with things like canned goods, clothing and snacks. But in...

Alina has always dreamed of having a sibling, an instant BFF, and with her cousin Safi arriving from Kenya for the summer, her dream can finally come true! Alina creates a list of things to do with Safi, but nothing goes as planned when...

An inspirational collection of messages from faiths and cultures around the world. There are words of hope covering themes such as home and family, friendship, kindness, faith and hope, and perseverance and courage. Introduce children to messages of hope from different faiths and cultures...

Follow along as a mother and daughter navigate a day at home through play and imagination. Whether it's a rainy day, a sick day or an indoor day due to a worldwide pandemic, this is a story of how to still see and feel...

From the moment you began to grow, I knew that you would be just right ... Just Right for You offers a warm, optimistic way of introducing Autism to your child and embracing their differences. Author: Melanie HeyworthISBN-10: 1922629383ISBN-13: 9781922629388Publisher: Reframing Autism LtdLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Celebrate Lunar New Year with the lion dance, bringing good luck and fortune to all. In this story designed to engage early readers, charming characters combine with simple text, lively illustrations, and laugh-out-loud humor to help boost kids' confidence and create lifelong readers! As...

This humorous picture book follows Olivia and Benjamin on their quest to eat what's inside the cookie tin. The siblings' experience at their grandparent's home, sheds light on a multicultural phenomenon involving the cookie tins found in many homes worldwide. What do you think...

"Strong and Fearless: Empowering Affirmations for Black Boys" Positive Affirmations help Black & Brown youth develop positive foundations to grow, and starting as a child makes it much easier to do later in life. As important as it is for parents to encourage, love,...

Clara is a ghost living in the now-museum that was once her home. But being a ghost is lonely and Clara craves the connection she once enjoyed. Music is her only comfort, and practicing when she thinks no one is around makes her feel...

From the New York Times bestselling team behind Parker Looks Up comes a Level 1 Ready-to-Read about Parker vacationing in Portugal! Parker is going on a big adventure! She and her family are flying on a plane to visit her Papi and Nana in...

From the New York Times bestselling team behind Parker Looks Up comes a Level 1 Ready-to-Read about Parker vacationing in Portugal! Parker is going on a big adventure! She and her family are flying on a plane to visit her Papi and Nana in...

With simplicity of delightful rhyming, Different portrays positive images of children with various differences. These differences include differences not only in appearance but also in family dynamics and disabilities seen and unseen.Author: Valerie CrevistonISBN-13: 9798886856422Publisher: Christian Faith PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/11/2024Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.76lbsSize: 10.00h...

One week. One prize. Seven really weird challenges. The kids at Benjamin Banneker College Prep are a little... competitive. Okay. They're a LOT competitive. The minute Principal Yee announces an epic competition for the golden B-B trophy, seventh-grader Frederick Douglass Zezzmer knows he has...

Amigo, the Cotton Candy Man is a realistic-fiction narrative based on facts about life in M?xico. This charming story is nothing less than a sweet acknowledgement to all the street vendors in Latin America. Many of them produce their own merchandise at home and...

The Skin You're In is a love letter to adoptees and their families. Isabel's hope is this book will help families openly discuss diversity within their home and proudly celebrate differences, because simply put: families don't have to match!Author: Isabel BetancurISBN-10: 1665759259ISBN-13: 9781665759250Publisher: Archway...

Written and illustrated by neurodiverse women, One Million Kisses celebrates diversity and the strength of a mother's love. Each page shows mothers and children from around the world with varying levels of ability.Author: Sherilyn RaeISBN-10: 1738710106ISBN-13: 9781738710102Publisher: Sherilyn Rae BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 34Format: HardcoverWeight:...

A beautifully illustrated, magical retelling of one of the most beloved children's fairy tales.Jealous of her beauty, Snow White's stepmother sends her to the forest, never to return. Alone and afraid, Snow White makes seven kind friends who promise to keep her safe. But...

To a young Neanderthal boy, the world is full of incredible adventures -- and unexpected encounters, when he meets a human boy for the first time in this stunning, sparsely worded picture book. A prehistoric Neanderthal family arrives at their new home, a cave,...

A young brown girl knows her dark brown skin is beautiful, powerful, and connects her to her family; she loves basking in the sunshine and empowers her friends to do the same!Author: Fatima FaisalISBN-13: 9798986755854Publisher: Modern Marigold BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/23/2024Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 8.50h...

A beautifully illustrated, magical retelling of one of the most beloved fairy tales, which no child's library should be without!The Little Mermaid is curious to see the world above the water, but it's forbidden. One day, when nobody is is looking, she slips above...

2020, what a year! The coronavirus has changed everything: wearing a mask outside has become the new standard, some parents have started working from home, and kids cooped up at home miss their friends.It's time to start school again and everywhere kids are doing...

Joaquin is having a hard day at school. He struggles to speak up in class even though he knows the answers, he doesn't feel included when trying to play soccer with his friends, and he ends up sitting alone during recess--feeling invisible. But when...

Winner of the Pura Belpré Medal! A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book!Little Lobo and Bernabé return in Vamos! Let's Cross the Bridge, a joyful paper-over-board picture book follow-up to Vamos! Let's Go Eat about coming together and celebrating community from New York...

Author: El?as DavidISBN-10: 1558859691ISBN-13: 9781558859692Publisher: Pinata BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/31/2023Pages: 1Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 8.76h x 11.28w x 0.34dReview Citation(s): Publishers Weekly 05/22/2023School Library Journal 06/01/2023 pg. 59

"Oso's metaphors illustrate how Black hair tells the story of those who wear it; hair announces its wearer's beauty to the world, be it cornrowed, locked, twisted, or curled...A stellar work that belongs in every collection serving young people."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Celebrate the uniqueness...

Red roses smell so sweet. Oranges are a favorite treat. Las rosas rojas huelen muy dulce. Las naranjas son una golosina deliciosa. From the Emmy-nominated, award-winning bilingual preschool series Canticos, comes Colores. Wiggle the soft, sweet chickie puppet as you learn colors in English...

"A lively--and catchy--springboard to Spanish-language acquisition" - Kirkus Reviews Set to a tune with both English and Spanish lyrics, this uplifting singalong shows kids that learning a new language means connecting with new people and making more friends! Call-and-response phrases reinforce language learning, and...

This beautiful tribute to fall festivals--Mid-Autumn Festival and Sukkot--celebrates family, multicultural heritage, and the bounty of the season. Give this to readers who love Two New Years and The Very Best Sukkah. It's time for Ruby and her family to celebrate two extra-special harvest...

Let's Mix It Up! is an illustrated children's book about racism and discrimination through the eyes of an eight-year-old. Authors Anthony and Corie-and their daughter, Emerson-hope this illustrated story will help parents initiate conversations with their children about discrimination and racism.Author: Corie Locke, Emerson...

Featuring the other side of the Hanukkah story, A Chariot of Fire follows the Bene Israel community, as they flee Israel to find a new home in India. Two thousand years ago, a ship sailed east, alone on an endless sea. The people onboard...

Un libro lírico y unificador que "inspirará a jóvenes lectores" y que "muestra magníficamente la experiencia inmigrante" (Kirkus Reviews, crítica estelar) en Estados Unidos, escrito por la ganadora de la Mención de Honor del Premio Newbery e ilustrado por el galardonado artista Raúl Colón....

Author Waka T. Brown and artist Yuko Jones join forces for this picture book about a young girl who learns to appreciate life's imperfections when her grandmother teachers her about the Japanese art form kintsugi.Miki Amelia Masuda liked everything in her life to be...

Willard DoGooder has trouble making friends in his new class. Things are just ... different. One day, he spots a magical trail and sets out on an adventure where he meets new friends, learns how to think through differences, and celebrate others just as...

When a young boy receives his first smock as a gift, his Dada tells him that every smock has a special story. Will his smock make him as joyful as a harvest dancer?Or as powerful as his royal elders, the Dagomba?In his smock, what...

Celeste Tunnels Underground follows the journey of a civil engineer based in Dallas, Texas who is on a mission to solve the issue of traffic congestion. After researching ways to do this, she lands on building a tunnel and travels across the world to...

How do you say ''I love you?'' In this touching story, author-illustrator, Caroline Hadilaksono explores the many different yet special ways we express our love to one another, from grand and exciting, to simple and sweet.Even when it's not said out loud, if you...

Un libro lírico y unificador que "inspirará a jóvenes lectores" y que "muestra magníficamente la experiencia inmigrante" (Kirkus Reviews, crítica estelar) en Estados Unidos, escrito por la ganadora de la Mención de Honor del Premio Newbery e ilustrado por el galardonado artista Raúl Colón....

What does a boy with a fantastic imagination do when he hears a strange sound coming from his homemade radio receiver? He grabs his best friends and goes on a space adventure, of course! Join Milo, Jack, and Cheddar as they blast off in...

What does a boy with an awesome imagination do when he discovers an old scroll with a map to a hidden tomb? He gathers his best friends to go on a creepy adventure, of course! Join Milo, Jack, and Cheddar as they explore dark...

Celebrate what your hair can do! This joyful, rhyming picture book invites diverse girls and boys to embrace their natural hair with an uplifting reminder of their self-worth.My hair has roots from many places under the sun, telling the story of my ancestors and...