Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

(Bilingual English-Dutch edition) This timeless story has entertained people all over the world for hundreds of years. When a stranger who has been traveling for many days stops at the home of a young couple to ask for a glass of water and a...

Fourteen-year-old Skye Richardson had to leave her home, school and friends when she and her mom moved across the country to a small town on the East Coast. She's not happy about it. Then she gets a part-time job at a local coffee shop...

Little Niko loves to blow bubbles and has a blast watching them pop. But one special bubble doesn't pop like all theothers. Niko tries to catch this Trouble Bubble but is, instead, led on a journey where he learns a very important lesson. Come...

Eli loves to play with his friends in the pond, but the pond is too small for him. Eli tells his mother. Eli mothers tell him not to be ashamed of being different. Find out how Eli makes room as he discovers something about...

(Bilingual English-Ukrainian edition) In this amusing story, an old woman encounters an eagle for the first time. Perplexed by its unfamiliar appearance, she decides to change it to suit her own ideas of what a bird should look like. Her efforts mirror a common...

DID YOU KNOW? Some of the most popular dishes in the United States today originated in other countries. Maize (corn) is at the heart of Mexican cuisine. France produces over five hundred types of cheese. Pizza started out as a flat disc of bread...

Feisty Fairy Friends is a story about the behavior of feisty girls who are also fairies. The story speaks to how we can use our powers for good or not so good if we choose to make the right decisions! Come with us on...

Femi and her friends plan to leave traditional Caribbean treats for Santa, including Black Cake. The children share warm wishes for their favourite dishes while enjoying winter activities at the Christmas fair.Author: Yolanda T. MarshallISBN-10: 1771055855ISBN-13: 9781771055857Publisher: Chalkboard PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/25/2021Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.90lbsSize:...

Learn exactly what it takes to have healthy friendships! From lending support to someone who needs it to going on adventures, this uplifting book empowers children to be the kind of friend they want to have. Having good friends--and being a good friend--is one...

Return to the magical cabin named Haven and get ready for an experience you will never forget.Several months after Fox and Otter's adventure to the Lower World, winter has made for long, boring days that seem to drag on forever. Bored and restless, they...

(Bilingual English-Hungarian edition) On the day a boy is born, his parents are visited by a wise man who tells them, "This is a very, very important boy, and I'm going to give him something marvelous one day, but I will have to give...

"An updated STAR WARS for our time." Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★IS SHE ANDROID OR MORTAL?A piece-of-scrap. That's how the townsfolk on Trinket's planet label her. The twelve-year-old is determined to prove that she's more than just a discarded android, but her prosthetic leg and blue...

Kasey carries the weight of the world on her shoulders. She understands more than most girls her age and internalizes the problems troubling the adults in her life. On her way home from school one day, she bonds with a local homeless person, despite...

In Book 1 of the Penniboy series, Jahson is a boy who finds a baby bunny while walking with his cousins Foya and Kurt in the forest. Meeting this Bunny changes Jahson's life forever. Grandma teaches Jahson a valuable lesson about inclusion, understanding, and...

Set to the familiar tune of "The More We Get Together," this new addition to Barefoot Books' bestselling singalong collection features a diverse group of children who work together to make their urban neighborhood cleaner, friendlier, and safer for everyone. Sing along as the...

Sofia's dog, Tolita, is a mischievous but lovable rescue. Tolita barks all the time, does not like to be left alone, does not get along with other dogs, and does not listen to her family.Is Tolita a bad dog or a special dog? It's...

This rhyming book shows Suzie dealing with the issue of seeing clearly then sharing her concern with her understanding mom. She then visits the eye doctor and gets cool new glasses. Suzie has a bounce in her step after she gets her glasses. Author:...

Boom! Snap! Whiz! Zap! The Magnificent Makers is a fiction chapter book series filled with real science, adventure, and characters kids will love! Every book includes two science activities kids can do at home. A modern-day Magic School Bus for today's kids! Pablo, Violet,...

A reflection about the traditions and divisions between boy and girl's clothing. Why can't we dress as we like? Leo loves to wear costumes: pirate, superhero, knight... he also likes to put on a lavender skirt, but the day he decided to go out...

A little girl sees her mother's fear when war comes to their home. Fear is replaced with hope when they board a huge, shiny airplane. When it lands, they are somewhere new, and slowly, it comes to feel like home. There are many new...

The natural and cultural wonder of New Zealand is brought to life for young readers.Discover the sights, sounds, scents, and secrets of rural Waitomo and its famous caves in the heart of New Zealand's North Island. Young explorers will encounter glow-worms, cliffs, buried streams,...

Nik and his family have just moved to Phoenix, home to dry heat, prickly plants, and bugs straight out of nightmares. Everyone back in Greenville knew him, but only his parents and his dogs know him here. The house next door is barely visible,...

Are you aware that thousands of children every year report feelings that they don't fit in or are not normal? This playful children's book uses fun rhymes, humorous animals, and human characters to highlight that our unique traits make us special.Let's join a little...

Author: Desir馥 Calder de FawazISBN-10: 1662904762ISBN-13: 9781662904769Publisher: Gatekeeper PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/28/2021Pages: 452Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.26lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 1.01d

When Margarita draws something with the magic pencil, it becomes real! But what will she draw when there is only a little piece of the pencil left? When Margarita, Daniel and Charlie see a hungry little cat, they decide they have to feed it....

A child and their grandmother take a trip around the museums of the city . . . only to find that the further they walk, the closer to home their journey seems to take them. Momo-la is a collector of unusual things. She rummages...

Everyone knows the best dogs come from...An adorable dialog between two young friends on a global search to find the perfect dog breed.From the cutest and friendliest to the bravest and smartest, the pair discover it isn't so easy to unearth the best four-legged...

Travis and Rosa are in a suburban park with their mother when they see a small rabbit disappear into a hole. The kids peer into the hole as far as they can see, and then one child says, "Isn't it scary?" Mom assures the...

Twins Noah and Isabella had a great time at their older sister's quinceara. Daniel loved watching his dad march in a parade. Hazel will never forget the first time she danced at a powwow. Read all about the special memories of the students in...

Everyone knows the best dogs come from...An adorable dialog between two young friends on a global search to find the perfect dog breed.From the cutest and friendliest to the bravest and smartest, the pair discover it isn't so easy to unearth the best four-legged...

A young boy realizes, thanks to his family, that he can enjoy both his Chinese and North American cultures through his favourite dishesMax loves his family's Cantonese meals, like steamed rice and gai lan greens with oyster sauce, homemade dumplings, and scallion bread. But...

What makes us brilliant? The things that make us different! Meet Vincent, a boy whose shadow stood out from the rest. But what made him special also made him lonely. None of the other kids wanted to play with him because he wasn't like...

Meet Xiomara, a spirited child whose name holds the echoes of generations past. Her unique name, "Me Llamo Xiomara," is not just a label; it's a key that unlocks the doors to a world rich in tradition, culture, and family. But it's also a...

From seed to harvest, from loom to shop, to a gift for Girma, this lyrical story of the Ethiopian Gabi is a beautiful celebration of weaving, community and culture. Written in the cadence of The House That Jack Built, this vibrant and lushly illustrated...

El D僘 de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is here--and this board book is the perfect format to introduce the youngest readers to the holiday! Cristina is excited to celebrate D僘 de los Muertos with her brother, Carlos, and their family....

"The story is entertaining throughout... and the relationship between Grace and her wheelchair is especially dynamic. Our Verdict: Get it." -Kirkus Reviews (Recommended review)2024 Firebird Book Award WinnerGrace is working hard to win the Student of the Month award, but her wheelchair keeps disrupting...

Hannah invites us all into her home for her family's Passover seder. Her diverse group of friends bring their own culture to the celebration as well. Join the crowd and explore the universal themes of freedom, hope, thanks--and delicious food!Author: Rabbi Kerry Olitzky, Rabbi...

"I Hope You Will" is a mother's letter to her young son about her dreams and wishes for him. She writes from her heart to give him feelings of support and gentle guidance. Her hope is that he will follow his true passions and...

Happiness begins with a smile. Follow Miles as he shares his smiles on a journey with children of diverse cultures and special needs. A beautifully illustrated book, Miles Shares His Smiles helps young children see the rewards of sharing their smiles and positively interacting...

"The story is entertaining throughout... and the relationship between Grace and her wheelchair is especially dynamic. Our Verdict: Get it." -Kirkus Reviews (Recommended review)Grace is working hard to win the Student of the Month award, but her wheelchair keeps disrupting her day and getting...

"ASHA My First Pow Wow Dance" is a heartwarming children's book about a young girl who is eager to learn the art of Pow Wow dancing. Following in the footsteps of her cousin Kika, Asha begins her journey toward mastering the Fancy Shawl dance....

From the creators of Zombies Don't Eat Veggies! comes a heartwarming and epic tale of four best friends who turn to the mythical monsters from their respective cultures to help them save the only home they've ever known.Meet Valentina and her best friends Jasmine,...

This exciting and adventurous start to a middle-grade trilogy follows a queer boy and his family as they try to halt the chaotic effects of a mysterious ring, drawing upon Jewish mythology to navigate magic, mayhem and the search for pride in one's identity.The...

Aim High, Little Giant, Aim High! is a story about Ta?a, a nine-year-old Afro Boricua basketball player growing up in Brooklyn during a pandemic who learns valuable life lessons from family, friends, and the community, both on and off the court. "Peeeace!" That's how...

Introducing "Stella and the Werewolves," the enchanting children's book that will transport your little ones to a magical world of bravery, friendship, and diversity! Join Stella as she embarks on a daring adventure to find her lost kitten, Cupcake, in the forbidden forest. Along...

Madeline doesn't think she will ever be happy as a pink mermaid living in a black and white ocean. One day she meets some friends who help herappreciate her own special identity. This gives her the confidence to proudly proclaim, "I add color to...

Our friend Jonathan can't find his Happy Tummy In this adventure, Bailey helps Jonathan hunt for a Happy Tummy and we need your help too. In this hunt, we will need to learn all about health and nutrition to find Jonathan's Happy Tummy. Are...

With vivid imagery and an appealing use of Arabic meters and rhymes, the poems in this book explore nature, family, school, play, and boundless world of the imagination. The diverse themes and sounds in Thirty Poems for Children cultivate cognitive and contemplative senses along...

Soda is a dog who feels like a dog. Bonda is a cat who feels like a . . . dog! A quirky tale about two friends, which makes us think about who we are and how we see ourselves. Expressions, colors and textures...

An honest to goodness slice of AmericanaSchool's out and best friends Sammy and Jason have set off to win their town's annual fishing contest...but to these eager 10 year old boys, this is no ordinary fishing contest - it's THE GREAT FISHING CONTEST. In...