Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

Inspired by a true story, and written from the points of view of four siblings as they witness their mother's valiant effort to become a schoolteacher. The journey from motherhood to career is one shared by women around the world. This book is about...

The girls visit the beach with Angela and learn all about her, her family, and her traditions on a hot summer day. A wonderful story of friendship. This is the third book in the Forever Friends series. Author Kimberly Matthews was inspired by her...

We Can Readers: Raj Plays Soccer It's time for the big match! Raj shows off his hard-earned skills when he plays soccer. He runs, he kicks, he scores! In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Indian-American...

Big Birthday Bash is a children's story about celebrating another year of life with friends and family. The story highlights the importance of cherishing big and small moments with loved ones, especially grandparents.Author: Destiny PhillipISBN-10: 8986994860ISBN-13: 9798986994864Publisher: Francis & Lee PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/29/2022Pages: 34Format:...

We Can Readers: Nat Plays Baseball Batter up! Nat is ready to play baseball. He has all the moves and can show them off for young readers. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading...

Introduce your little ones to a range animals and in their alebrije form in both English & Spanish!Painted with bold colors and carved into the shapes of fantastical creatures, alebrijes are spirit guides chosen to lead us on a path through discovery. This board...

D is for dance! E is for emancipation! From A to Z, this is a rhyming alphabet book that celebrates Canada's Caribbean Carnival. This engaging and educational book features a diverse cast of children in vibrant costumes as they 'play mas' while dancing to...

We Can Readers: Nat Can Code Kids are learning to code at younger and younger ages and Nat is no exception. In this procedural reader, Nat goes through all of the steps it takes to write code and build a robot. In this very...

Hot Cross Buns For Everyone! Jackson's friends and their families bake assorted hot cross buns for his Easter party. Liam's foster parents use his most memorable Scottish ingredient, and Dimitri's dad adds Greek mahlepi spice. Some have rainbow colours for all to see and...

We Can Readers: Where are You? It's time for a game of hide and seek. Su and Kat find each other in the house, but where is Bandit? In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids...

IT WAS JUST A SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT UNTIL IT BECAME A LIFESAVING MISSION.Two girls living a continent apart become pen pals. Quiet and shy, Neyah lives in a rural Africanvillage and longs for more time in school, but spends most days fetching filthy water for...

We Can Readers: Su and Kat Su and Kat play in a band. They sing. They drum. They are loud. Too loud. They will have to figure out how to make music but not be too loud. In this very simple 16-page reader, short...

Mientras Susana caminaba hacia la escuela, admiró el cielo azul. En el área de juegos ella pregunta a sus amigos uno a la vez, " No te parece hermoso el cielo azul del día de hoy?". Para su sorpresa, cada uno de sus amigos...

In this multicultural picture book, Darri is learning about Australian Aboriginal art by working with her grandmother as she makes a dot painting for an art show. Surprises are in store for Darri on the day of the show. Children will love the colorful...

Ramadan has come to an end, and Amira can't wait to stay home from school to celebrate Eid. There's just one hiccup: it's also school picture day. How can Amira be in two places at once? An ALSC Notable Children's Book Just the thought...

We Can Readers: Ready for the Test It's spelling test time. Two friends know what they have to do--study! Nat and Raj work together to learn all of their spelling words while still having fun. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are...

Lively illustrations depict the close bond between grandfather and grandson during a child's summer visit to the South. Selected as a Top Ten Children's Book of 2022 the New York Public Library; a selection of Social Justice Books (a Teach for Change project); Winner...

We Can Readers: Raj Pets Raj really likes animals. He gets to pet a lizard, a cat, a bird and more in this cute story. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Indian-American character to get...

Eight-year-old Aaron lives in a country called Premium on the planet Astron, but unlike his tall, perfectly purple family and friends, Aaron is round, small, and green. His classmates tease him and won't play with him because he's different from all the other Premiums....

We Can Readers: Raj Gets a Puppy Raj has always wanted one. When he finally gets a puppy, Raj discovers that puppies are a lot of work. Raj will do whatever it takes to be a good pet owner, even clean up poop! In...

A charming story about a girl who learns a beloved family tradition and the symbolism behind the Mexican flower crown, from two Pura Belpré award-winning creators. Today is Corina's birthday, and she's excited to wear the biggest crown with the most beautiful flowers picked...

A delicious exploration of all kinds of breads, from sourdough to bannock to bao, that will tickle your taste buds and warm your heart. What's the only way to make bread? You might use white flour in your bread, or whole wheat flour or...

We Can Readers: Raj Cleans Up Raj has a messy room. He loves his books and toys, but now it's time to put them away. Step by step, Raj clears the floor and gets everything cleaned up. It may not be easy, but it...

When grandma moves in, a precocious child shares her tips for making her feel at home in this funny picture book, for fans of How to Babysit a Grandma. It can be discombobulating for all involved when a grandma moves in permanently. Fortunately, our...

Unicorn best friends Magical, Unique, and Divine are getting ready for a very special birthday party in this picture-book adventure. Celebrate your inner unicorn with the first book in the Afro Unicorn line! It's Magical's birthday! She and her unicorn friends can't wait to...

This Little Golden Book features beautiful illustrations and rhyming text about colors, plus a social justice theme that encourages Black children to celebrate themselves. Beautiful colors--look up and look down.Beautiful babies in all shades of brown. This delightful concept book doesn't just teach colors--it...

We Can Readers: Nat Visits the Museum Nat and his mom are in for a special treat- a visit to the museum. Pairing the silly and sweet, Nat finds his favorite painting and has a great day. In this very simple 16-page reader, short...

Let's spend a day in Australia! Fish at a secret fishing spot, surf at the beach and play backyard cricket before enjoying a treat at the night market. Wadjiginy author Maree McCarthy Yoelu and Australian illustrator Sophie Beer draw on their experiences living in...

A coming-of-age story about transgender tween Obie, who didn't think being himself would cause such a splash. For fans of Alex Gino's George and Lisa Bunker's Felix Yz. Obie knew his transition would have ripple effects. He has to leave his swim coach, his...

Selam! It's a beautiful day in Ethiopia with Babi (Daddy). Have a breakfast of spicy chechebsa together, ride horses in the park and gather around the mesob for dinner. Ethiopian author Fitsum Tesfaye Habtemariam and illustrator Netsanet Tesfay draw on their personal experiences of...

We Can Readers: Nat Can Code Kids are learning to code at younger and younger ages and Nat is no exception. In this procedural reader, Nat goes through all of the steps it takes to write code and build a robot. In this very...

Omar has to solve the mystery of his missing teacher in the third installment of this highly-illustrated middle-grade series starring a Muslim boy with a huge imagination. Omar is going on his biggest adventure yet--a trip to Pakistan! But his excitement about the trip...

We Can Readers: Nat and Raj Nat and Raj like to play. Inside, outside, with anyone and anywhere, they are ready to have a good time. In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about...

Introduce your little ones in English and Spanish to the importance and magic of cross-generational family relationships and how no distance can come between their special bond!La azotea de mi abuela is a beaming tale of the love and bond between a granddaughter and...

We Can Readers: Buddy Plays Fetch Buddy doesn't quite understand how to play fetch. When Raj throws a ball, the silly dog brings back a stick. When Raj throws the ball, what do you think Buddy will bring back? In this very simple 16-page...

We Can Readers: Last Day of School It's the last day of school for the We Can friends. They clean up the classroom, thank their teacher and plan for lots of summer fun. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with...

In Book 2 of this early reader series about a Haitian-American girl named Liline, her cat Pepper, and their multi-generational family, Liline and Pepper learn a little about Grann's homeland, Haiti, during the morning routine of getting ready for school.Author: Samanka DumondISBN-10: 1223187829ISBN-13: 9781223187822Publisher:...

With more than 150,000 copies sold, the award-winning Jasmine Toguchi chapter book series starring a spunky Japanese American heroine returns with four new standalone books set on a family vacation in Japan! Eight-year-old Jasmine and her family travel to Hiroshima to visit her grandma...

Padee and the Mysterious Suitcase is a colorful and imaginative children's book that shares and teaches about Hmong clothing. Join Padee as she dives into this adventure to learn more about her culture and her identity. This book also highlights the beauty and tenacity...

Zuri the zebra is bored in her tiny pen. When her rascally chimp friends, Chita and Chester, add a splash of color to her world, Zuri attracts a lot of attention! Sam, the kind zookeeper, hopes the attention will help her find a way...

This humorous and heartwarming sequel to Simon B. Rhymin' follows a young rapper navigating the inequality and injustice within his school and community. Eleven-year-old Simon and his friends are disappointed with the lack of funding at Booker T. Washington School--there's no AC, only one...

We Can Readers: Buddy Licks When friends come over to Raj's house, Buddy is ready. He is ready to lick. Buddy loves to lick and lick. Raj will make sure that his puppy stops licking. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are...

We Can Readers: Buddy is a Puppy Raj discovers that owning a puppy is a lot of fun and a lot of work. Buddy is a puppy, and that means he does lots of puppy things! In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences...

Indira and her friends are moping over a rainy afternoon when clever Amma comes to the rescue-with some help from little Kavya. She has a great idea to keep them busy while also working on their school project about India. The girls are off...

In "Hair Pride," enjoy a heartwarming and uplifting story that celebrates the beauty of loving and embracing our hair, no matter its appearance. Inspired by the author's own experience with alopecia starting at age fifteen, "Hair Pride" delivers a powerful message about self-acceptance, diversity,...

Embark on a thrilling adventure with "If You Give a Boy a Passport", a captivating children's book that takes young readers on a journey around the world. Join a curious young boy as he sets off on an epic world tour, armed with his...

This story is of a young boy who grows to be a giant among his peers and how he adapts to become a useful and respected individual. There is always someone needing help reaching items on the top shelf.Author: Steve TindallISBN-10: 0988589133ISBN-13: 9780988589131Publisher: Red...

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the enchanting streets of San Francisco with Mika and her faithful unicorn companion, Polo, in "Mika's Quest for the Lost Artifact." This captivating middle-grade book whisks young readers away on a journey filled with mystery, bravery, and the...

(Bilingual English-Arabic 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...

Harriet is a young hippopotamus who has always felt like an elephant. A gentle, engaging story about a young hippopotamus who has felt like an elephant as long as she can remember. She decides to ask the elephant herd if she can live with...