Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

Join young Kareem and his father as they discover the many faces of love on their walk home from school.Thoughtful and heartwarming, Love Is follows Kareem and his father on a journey throughout the city. From busy sidewalks to bustling subways, there are examples...

When Almaz makes a mistake in school, she's really embarrassed Other kids tease her because they don't understand her Ethiopian culture. How can she use her family's traditions to make friends? She needs to host a BIG BUNA BASH Author: Sara C. ArnoldISBN-10: 1951565029ISBN-13:...

I Hope They Understand is the perfect gift for your child as children are encouraged to understand cultural difference and race. This colorful picture book will be an exciting graduation, baby shower, and birthday gift. It will even be a valuable addition to your...

I'm just like my mom. Me parezco tanto a mi mam .I'm just like my dad. Me parezco tanto a mi pap .With Akemi Guti rrez's charming illustrations, renowned journalist Jorge Ramos explores the many ways in which all children are just like their...

This book is intended to dismantle gender stereotypes and build confidence in young girls. It is time to rewrite and redefine the phrase "like a girl" and turn insult into empowerment. Let's build a world where these sayings define strength, talent, and excellence. Let's...

Read along in this heartwarming and whimsical celebration of the relationship between grandmothers and grandchildren, the special names we give them and the fun times we share that turn happy days into lasting memories.Written in rhyme, it is sure to delight young and old...

Zoey and her friends are excited to take part in the Briar Ridge Elementary annual talent show. In fact, it's all they can think about. The girls know their dance skills make them a shoo-in for the win. When the focus suddenly shifts to...

A 2023 Skipping Stones HonoreeA School Library Journal Best Book of 2022A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionPart of Niki Daly's Lolo series More fun is on the way for Lolo in Fly High, Lolo, the fourth book in Niki Daly's Lolo series for...

La clase entra en sesi n, los ni os trabajan entusiasmados en su primer proyecto basado en una variedad de bailes. Mar a aprende diferentes estilos a trav s de sus amigos, cada uno de diferente origen cultural. Ella observa a sus amigos ensayando...

Somewhere in the Aegean, on a tiny undiscovered island a 7 year old girl looks out her whitewashed window to the dawn over the sea. Today is her name day and she must prepare a Greek salad for her 24 cousins who are coming...

For River, understanding her community-and how she fits in-will take some investigating. River Wren has always lived with her family on the shores of Lake Saturday in the Backwoods of Sourland Mountain in New Jersey. It's 1978, and River's life seems simple and predictable-at...

Esme always has a plan. A funny and sweet early illustrated chapter book about a problem-solving girl who has to manage her own birthday bash. For fans of Dory Fantasmagory. Esme lives with her grandparents on the uppermost floor of the topmost best building....

A rare sighting of a Waffle boy sends young Pancake Jake on a quest in Breakfast Land: he wants to make friends with the Waffles who have long been the enemies of the Pancakes. With courage and kindness, Jake discovers a long-lost recipe that...

Everybody Needs A Mask! Todos Necesitan Una M疽cara! is a bilingual multicultural children's picture book that crosses integration and intergenerational platforms. This story follows our young SuperShero who takes you on a global journey of expression about sharing love for yourself and others by...

Nina Soni is a lovable, distractible Indian American girl with big plans and cast of family and friends to help her make her realize her dreams--or resolve the chaos that often results. Halloween brings out Nina Soni's competitive spirit. Her friend Jay has a...

A little girl discovers the beauty in herself--and the beauty of the world around her--not by looking in the mirror but by looking in her Nana's eyes. Synthia Saint James's gloriously bright illustrations in this paperback edition show young readers how to see the...

Little Black Boy celebrates the contributions black men have made to the world past and present and encourages little black boys to leave their mark in the future Author: Brittany GreenISBN-10: 0578783800ISBN-13: 9780578783802Publisher: Brittany GreenLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2020Pages: 30Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x...

O is for Oshun is the FIRST augmented reality (AR) children's book to feature diverse fairytale and folklore characters of color from around the world. Enjoy the poetic alphabetical introduction to goddesses, kings, fairies and more from countries like Nigeria, Brazil, Mexico, Japan, and...

Little Grey is a happy, blind little elephant who always listens and stays close to his momma and his grey elephant family. One stormy day, he gets separated from his momma and makes a new friend in Little Pink, from the pink elephant herd...

When there's a choice between a healthy snack or a candy bar, which would you choose? In the first book of "The Gabby Series," vibrant and inquisitive Gabby learns that finding a healthy snack to enjoy after a long trip to the city isn't...

"The Hidden Gem" is a riveting story about a young boy, who through the game of football, discovers his gift. This book highlights the theme of persevering through challenging times and unlocking the hidden gem that is you. Follow Jr as he explores in...

Mona learns to find her voice over the course of a year that sees her immigrating from Dubai to Canada in this novel for fans of Front Desk by Kelly Yang. Mona Hasan is a young Muslim girl growing up in Dubai, United Arab...

King wants to have fun, but something is pulling him in another direction. Queen wants to win the Miss Juneteenth pageant but wonders if that means she has to change. To prepare for the festival, Ace, Kate, and Chance go on new adventures. Together,...

David visit his friend Zach's synagogue to celebrate his bar mitzvah. He keeps learning about his friends' religions and how to be respectful of them. Regardless of what you celebrate, we can celebrate one another. Author: Lisa BullardISBN-10: 1728436931ISBN-13: 9781728436937Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished:...

Chloe is excited to pick out a special outfit for school, but she isn't sure of what to wear. Readers will learn how clothes can show a person's interests, personality, culture, and more in this delightful story Author: Lisa BullardISBN-10: 1728436885ISBN-13: 9781728436883Publisher: Lerner Publications...

A classic fairytale but not quite as we know it, Abi and the Little Mermaid showcases the Little Mermaid story in a whole new light. Abi, who lost her mum at a young age copes with feelings of loneliness while her dad is out...

"Not only is this a fun and entertaining story, it also teaches wonderful life lessons just like the game of golf itself." --Mark Wahlberg One, Two, Follow Through is the perfect book to introduce children to the game of golf while teaching the values...

Black Boy, Black Boy, what do you see?I see a bright future ahead of me A melodic mantra with a powerful message: Black boys can be a doctor, a judge, the president . . . anything they want to be Each page depicts a...

The Gift is a children's books that tells the story of a child asking their parents the common question, "How did I come to be?" The story unfolds with colorful illustrations of families from different cultures explaining to their child how they became part...

Two children's book superstars join forces to celebrate the joy and freedom of summer in the city, which is gloriously captured in Jacqueline Woodson's rhythmic text and Leo Espinosa's lively art. Cuando hace tanto calor como para hacer estallar los hidrantes, eso solo significa...

Richeleaux, the raccoon, wants nothing more than to play his fiddle for a real audience, so he decides to have a jamboree. Andwhat's a party without food? While he busily prepares a delicious meal, Antoine, the alligator, hurries off to invite their friends. Soon,...

We're all in this world together. Sometimes what this means for us as individuals can be unclear, but it shouldn't stop us from being who we are. The heartwarming story within this book follows one boy as he tells us all of the reasons...

Ayesha Dean wants to be a detective when she grows up. But that's still a long while away. So, a trip to Istanbul with her best friends should have meant visits to ancient ruins, exploring magnificent mosques and palaces, and eating the best doner...

Winner of the 1997 Caldecott Medal Retold from traditional sources and accompanied by David Wisniewski's unique cut-paper illustrations, Golem is a dramatic tale of supernatural forces invoked to save an oppressed people. It also offers a thought-provoking look at the consequences of unleashing power...

Kiri is a curious kid. She's about to begin school and has plenty of questions. With her mama, she gets ready for school and rides in their cargo bike across town. Kiri's First Ride to School is an inviting story written for 3-5-year-olds preparing...

'Warm, sweet wish-fulfilment, with cute illustrations perfectly pitched for 6-plus' Guardian A collection of two warm and funny stories about Luma and her cheeky pet dragon. When Luma Dewan wakes up on the morning of her seventh birthday, she knows that today will be...

Rah, rah, mu-JA-dara! Lentil rice tastes so nice! A rhyming, rhythmic story follows a diverse group of Israeli children as they taste a variety of different ethnic foods found in IsraelAuthor: Jamie Kiffel-AlchehISBN-10: 1541585003ISBN-13: 9781541585003Publisher: Kar-Ben Publishing (R)Language: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2021Pages: 12Format: Board BookWeight: 0.25lbsSize:...

When Almaz makes a mistake in school, she's really embarrassed Other kids tease her because they don't understand her Ethiopian culture. How can she use her family's traditions to make friends? She needs to host a BIG BUNA BASH Author: Sara C. ArnoldISBN-10: 1951565010ISBN-13:...

In this lyrical coming-of-age story about family, sisterhood, music, race, and identity, Schneider Family Book Award and Stonewall Honor-winning author Mariama J. Lockington draws on some of the emotional truths from her own experiences growing up with an adoptive white family. I am a...

Non-uniform day arrives at Noor's school. Noor hasn't ever been to school without her uniform before, and the clothes she loves to wear are different.What will she wear? What will the other children say?When she realises what her clothes mean to her, she must...

Oh, no! The drinks are out!Who will save the day at the best event in town?Ava and Mae are having loads of fun at the Summer Start Fair when they realize something is missing... the juice is all sold out! Luckily, Ava and Mae...

Olana is a twelve-year-old girl who has just been cured from sickle cell disease, a blood disorder that affects the red blood cell. Twelve years ago, Olana was diagnosed with Sickle Cell Disease. After multiple complications due to this condition, she underwent a bone...

Hello Baseball is a story about a grandfather spending a day with his grandsons on the baseball field. Together they learn about teamwork, faith in oneself and enjoying the outdoors. Author: Destiny PhillipISBN-10: 173711240XISBN-13: 9781737112402Publisher: Francis & Lee PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2021Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.76lbsSize:...

Children are meant to listen all the time, right? Wrong! Not Ella! It's time everyone listened to HER about what is NOT okay. Fierce little Ella wants everyone to know that her voice is important too! But will her parents support her? Will her...

"Clever and effective for the pre- and primary school nature shelves."--Kirkus In the vein of Jack Prelutsky and Dennis Lee comes a celebration of the sky with thirty zippy poems that will lift kids' spirits and let their imaginations soar.What do you see when...

Follow Queenie as she learns about Carnaval in Brazil, Trinidad, Cuba and New Orleans. "Queenie: The Queen of Carnaval" was written by musician, songwriter & Montessori educator, Frank Leto; created by his daughter, Maria Leto; and illustrated by his six-year-old grandchild, Chloe Mandzuk. A...

Spring has arrived-and with it, new beginnings! Amrit seizes the opportunity to talk to her Babaji about his garden. But what starts as a simple conversation between a granddaughter and grandfather becomes a deeper exchange about Babaji's immigration to Canada from India. In each...

Snuggle Up to Your Little Ones As You Take Them On a Magical Ride All Over the World - "Emma's Magic Postcards" is the Perfect Adventure Rhyming Storybook for Kids Ages 6-9!Emma loved colorful dresses, roses, and bows, But most of all she loved...

Olufemi is a young boy who loves to do many things, except public speaking! He stutters, and doesn't want his classmates to laugh at him. The story comes from a place of personal experience in that the author Hurbert Davis is a person who...

Rose and Violet Flowers are two energetic little girls whose imaginations blossom into worlds of fun and fancy in the apartment where they live. They sing, and dance, and laugh, and play... and make LOTS of NOISE. Another fun day at home with Mom...