Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

"We are brown. We are beautiful. We are perfect." An empowering acclamation for girls bearing melanin of all kinds, Brown Girls Rule centers and uplifts girls of color in an inspiring poem that is one part love letter, two parts battle anthem. Ashok Banker...

Based on the true story of two friends who unite to help rescue immigrant women in the most dangerous corners of San Francisco's Chinatown in the late 1890s.When Tai Choi leaves her home in the Zhejiang province of China, she believes she'll be visiting...

Introduce your little ones to the importance of acceptance and how everyone deserves to belong!In the deep, dark forest, there exists a community of cats. And, within that community, there sits Luna, a black cat ostracized by the others due to superstitious beliefs. Aided...

A 2023 Horn Book Fanfare title - A Center for the Study of Multicultural Children's Literature Best Book of 2023 - A CCBC Choices Best Book of 2023 ★ "A moving portrait about discovering what home means."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review ★ "Highly recommended."--School Library...

Nine beautifully evocative short stories from the pen of Governor General's Award finalist Michelle KadarusmanOn islands around the world--from Manhattan to PhillipIsland, Australia, to Komodo Island and beyond--nine children facelife-changing moments: escaping a flood; embracing their identity; discoveringthat the adults in their lives can...

A heartwarming story about family, resilience, fashion, and staying true to who you are--told through three generations of tailors in a rapidly changing Seoul. When Deokgu opens a brand new tailor shop in town, all of Seoul is skeptical of his modern styles. Who...

Introduce your little ones to the importance of making big decisions, such as what pan dulce to eat next during?spooky season!?Little monster, do you want a pan dulce? What about a beso? Maybe a concha or an oreja?A gaggle of little monsters politely decline...

When they are together, Grandad and his granddaughter have lots of fun-filled days. From visiting Grandad's allotment to cooking with each other and snuggling up together, you feel their love and warmth on every page.Author: Dorraine RobinsonISBN-10: 1915522080ISBN-13: 9781915522085Publisher: Conscious Dreams PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/03/2022Pages:...

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....

An uplifting, inspirational celebration of God's love for all, demonstrated through the everyday experiences of an inclusive cast of young characters. Our world is filled with people of different sizes, shapes, colors, and talents, and each one of us is equally deserving of God's...

A girl's love for her dad shines in this exquisitely illustrated story about the honey gatherers of the Sundarbans.Where is Baba? Why isn't he back yet? Jhupli is restless as evening sets in. Her father, Baba, has gone into the dense jungle to gather...

It's Debra's first day at school, but as she walks up to the Savanna School gates she realises that none of the other animals look quite like her...Debra the Gizebra is a fun and empowering book about a one-of-a-kind animal - part giraffe and...

Charnaie Gordon, the creator of Here Wee Read, and Roda Ahmed, the New York Times bestselling publisher and author of Mae Among the Stars, debut their first-ever collaboration with the extraordinary adventures of the one and only Etta Extraordinaire!Meet Etta!Etta was born to be...

Jaime is a fairy born to parents that don't match in colour; her dad is blue and her mom is silver. When people see her with her mom for the first time they always say, "That's your mom?" because Jamie is blue like her...

Two friends. One wish. Mai and Rose are best friends but they're not two peas in a pod. Mai has dark hair that is curly and whirly and never stays put. Why couldn't she have perfect hair just like her best friend Rose? Rose...

Melody wants to fit in with her rainbow-colored friends. When her attempts to add color to her plain mane fail, Melody's friends reveal a secret: They love something about her that has nothing to do with how she looks. Melody the Unicorn and the...

A Graveyard with a warning: "Oh People. Walk upright. Lead with your hearts. Live with your hearts soft and sure. Or else.."A Curse cast by an unjustly imprisoned jinn: "Hearts show true! Hearts overthrown by anger, bodies of dogs. Hearts consumed with pleasure, bodies...

Jordan's small family grew when his dad got married. Charlotte likes living with her aunt, uncle, and cousin, but she misses her parents in China. Twins Noah and Isabella have a huge family! Read all about the diverse families of the students in Mr....

We're Off to Find a Fairy! A fabulous, fluttering fairy, wherever can she be?The first of three titles in the rhyming picture book series, about a curious girl on a hunt to find mythical creatures. Followed by friends and family, the diverse group searches...

Alvin's Dream is a whimsical story of a young boy with a vision. His good heart brings about changes that will last a lifetime.Author: Sybil EgglestonISBN-10: 1639039775ISBN-13: 9781639039777Publisher: Christian FaithLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/17/2022Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.76lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.25d

Kobee is a master ninja...or so he thought. How could his sister, Kai, be better at leaping, spinning, and balancing than him? She's just a ballet dancer and doesn't even know how to do a roundhouse kick. Kobee becomes very frustrated because nothing he...

COVID changed our world. And then Covid Happened is a recap of one of the most uncertain times in history, from a child's perspective. This book covers remote learning, daily temperature checks, wearing a mask, getting back to school, etc. This book is the...

Embark on a tasty and educational adventure with What Did My Ancestors Eat?, a beautifully illustrated and inclusive board book that celebrates the magic of family recipes and their rich cultural heritage. Join a curious mixed-race, multi-ethnic child as they uncover the secret stories...

Rose is a well-mannered young hyena who loves to share. Then one day she meets a bully - scary lion who refuses to share, even though he has a pile of leftovers! His selfishness pushes Rosie away. In time, Lion gets sick from the...

"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...

Please enjoy our adaptations from these ancient stories, inspired by Charles Downing's "Armenian Folktales & Fables" as well as stories lovingly given to us by Armenian friends and family. The plays in this book are adaptations from young people aged 10-14. You will find...

Elevate your spirit and let your soul sing with I Am the Sun, a sweeping picture book portraying modern Native American values, history, traditions, and struggles.In this moving tale about present-day life for many Native Americans, breathtaking art and poignant prose tell of the...

A magical tale of sharing loving kindness.Sometimes, when we feel alone, we discover the natural world can be our best friend! This little book reminds us that We the Earth are one big family, and that love and kindness can be found everywhere!Author: Julie...

Will you be an astronaut? Farmer? An Artist? A Nurse? No matter where your dreams take you, your own unique flair will get you there. Keep pushing...it could be you!Author: Cindy Williams SchraubenISBN-10: 173534513XISBN-13: 9781735345130Publisher: Cardinal Rule PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2022Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.88lbsSize: 11.20h...

Join Anna and Bear on this magical adventure to South America to experience the unique joy and surprise found only in travel.Explore the WorldWith a Twist of Magic, Anna's world changes as she embarks on a journey to discover a world beyond her imagination....

Jin wishes his family would ask him to help prepare the Lunar New Year feast. But boys, or Babas, never get asked--only Nyonyas, the girls. It's the eve of Lunar New Year, and Jin can't wait for the big family reunion dinner. He loves...

"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...

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...

Meet Ari, a brave and inquisitive little girl who loves learning, loves teaching and loves adventure. Ari encourages the adult reader to look at the world through the eyes of a child and welcomes the young listener to join her exploits. Mom plays along...

It's a great day for a trip to the pool. Swimming followed by lunch on the poolside deck makes for a perfect afternoon. But when a red ant shows up, there might be trouble.Will a little ant ruin a perfect day at the pool?No...

A children's book that teaches the importance of remembering and embracing our family values, respecting our community, and those we care for. The book reminds families and educators that children are watching and learning from our actions. The message of equality, inclusiveness, diversity and...

Over 4,000 years ago, in ancient Egypt, a young boy named Imhotep was born. From a young age, he excelled and quickly became known as a genius.Imhotep had the ability to see through difficult problems and was often trying new techniques and experiments. He...

You're Brilliant, You're Smart... You're Simply AMAZING!Through charming, energetic rhyme, as well as vivid, extraordinary illustrations, I'm an AMAZING Little Black Boy takes African-American boys on a lyrical journey that empowers them to step into their greatness and become the best versions of themselves.Masterfully...

Samad loved animals. His dream was to spend a whole day in a forest and sleep in the treehouse. Follow Samad as he embarked on this adventure where he made wonderful friends and amazing discoveries. Going into a forest has never been so much...

The beloved traditional English Christmas carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas, has been adapted here to reflect aspects of the richly varied cultures and traditions of twelve Native American cultural groups from different parts of the U.S. A cultural background is included for each...

2024-2025 Kentucky Bluegrass Award Nominee From debut talent Juliana Gaddis and NY Times bestselling illustrator John Joseph comes the story of two families with identical minivans (save for one tiny bumper sticker!) who unknowingly switch vehicles for the day when their respective toddlers swap...

Welcome to Superhero School!What if I told you, you could be anything you dream of and do anything you want to do?Would you believe me if I told you there was a Superhero inside of you? My Invisible Superhero Vest is an inspiring book...

100 First Words ( Bilingual Edition: English and Spanish) takes readers on a visual journey through the awes and wonders of exploring the world and learning your first words. Peppered with colorful hand-drawn imagery, this book will keep readers big and small engaged from...

An instant New York Times bestseller From Netflix star and New York Times bestselling author Phil Rosenthal and his daughter Lily comes a hilarious picture book about a food-loving dad encouraging his picky eater daughter to just try something new. Phil has one rule...

Have you ever met someone and wondered where they might be from? Hi, I'm Tolu! I play steelpan, I love the saxophone, and I like art. Dad always says I am his curious Caribbean Canadian girl and I'm super excited to go to my...

This read-aloud book is about Kadek, who is a little boy living on a remote island in the Indonesian archipelago with his family and other villagers. His life is very different from how children live in the United States, or any other more developed...

A little girl hears that her grandma's friend, Mrs. Lee, was pushed on her way to the Asian market. Then she learns that Asian students at her brother's school are afraid to walk to class, and she realizes something very wrong is happening to...

My Magic Jacket is a children's book that tells children we all have a jacket that is magic. The color may be different, but your jacket does the same thing that my jacket does. Not only is there a message for the child that...

Join STEM on his latest electrifying journey to change the world! This soulful message about housing with vibrantly imaginative illustrations comes to us from the creators of 'The Amazing World of STEM.' "The Amazing World of STEM: Homes For All" shows what is possible...

It's festival time in Jerusalem, as the whole nation gathers from around the world to celebrate the Passover. Jesus assumes His role as King, entering the city as a conquering King would do. But, instead of a giant steed, Jesus chooses to ride into...