Diversity & Multicultural - Kids Fiction

Inspired by the authors' real lives, this picture book shares what sound means for one young deaf boy as he experiences the world with cochlear implants.Most people either can or cannot hear sound . . . but some people can do both! Meet a...

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...

Filled with enriching words and colorful figurative language, this inspiring picture book is sure to foster hope, boost confidence, and enhance self-esteem.Uniquely Beautiful! is a compelling and encouraging story of beauty, self-love, self-acceptance, and self-discovery. New to her amazing community, Careena, a young African-American...

Blue Rue is a book about loving our uniqueness. It's about understanding that being different is what makes us all special. Our uniqueness is our strength, our superpower. We are all one of a kind and together we make this world beautiful.Author: Sucriti BabuISBN-10:...

From the beginning, Cam's curious and adventurous nature kept him busy with discovery, exploration, and sometimes mischief. He often heard the words "no" and "stop" from his mom. Inspired by actual events, The Adventures of Curious Cam! is a recreation of the antics of...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk comes the sequel to Finally Seen in which Lina gets a phone and tries to navigate social media, only to discover not everything online is what it seems. When ten-year-old Lina Gao sees her...

From the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author, Joanna Ho, comes an uplifting call to action that highlights Asian American history, paired with vibrant and colorful illustrations by artist and activist, Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya.In Joanna Ho's true classic style, she creates a poetic ode...

In this story about D僘 de los Reyes, or Three Kings' Day, a girl and her family discover new ways to celebrate their Puerto Rican heritage in Ohio. It's eleven days after Christmas and Luc僘 yearns to be in lush Puerto Rico celebrating D僘...

Embark on a delightful voyage of discovery with Ice Cream For Everyone: Life's Fun with Variety! In a world where appreciating diversity holds more significance than ever, this timely and heartwarming tale takes center stage, celebrating our differences in a manner that joyfully resonates...

In this empowering deconstruction of the so-called American Dream, a twelve-year-old Japanese American girl grapples with, and ultimately rises above, the racism and trials of middle school she experiences while chasing her dreams.As the daughter of immigrants who came to America for a better...

A powerful contemporary novel about an aspiring 12 year-old filmmaker whose world is turned upside down when his grandfather is slain in a senseless and racist act of violence. From the author of the award-winning memoir, Defiant: Growing Up in the Jim Crow South...

Isla Delgado is only nine years old, but she has already been through more than most kids her age. When she's forced to live with her dad and his new wife for six months, Isla's anxiety worsens. She's convinced her stepmom is an evil...

A Christmas story about elves being their unique and merriest selves. These elves ' confidence will encourage little readers to celebrate our differences. A curious elf prefers to learn about how families celebrate Christmas worldwide. The busy elf decides to enjoy a beach vacation,...

What makes a family, really? Erin and Roderick are siblings who are always together and love making new discoveries. On a sunny afternoon, they have a picnic and playtime in the park with their friends and family but they start to notice differences. As...

This fascinating, groundbreaking picture book by an autistic creator celebrates stims--the repetitive movements that provide focused stimulation to people on the autistic spectrum.When you're feeling overwhelmedAnd the world's too much to bear...If your feelings bubble overBut they have no place to go... Maybe it...

Fabio vuela en su bicicleta por las calles de Bogotá, mientras los niños del vecindario lo siguen. Es justo allí donde la vida se siente bien--donde el mundo de los adultos, y sus mentiras, desaparece. Pero un día, Fabio lo olvida, olvida como andar...

DANGER! OPEN IF YOU DARE, says the ominous message written on a water park locker. As seasoned Waldameer detectives, Seth and Julia can't pass up a mystery, and they accept a secret mission from an unknown gamemaster. While the mission has them solving riddles...

Historical fiction at its finest! A sweet and sensitive, accessible middle grade novel in verse, following an unlikely friendship in the aftermath of the American Civil War.A Junior Library Guild SelectionThe Civil War is over. Aurelia, the daughter of a destitute plantation owner, reels...

What would it be like for kids to live in a world where there are no boy or girl toys, clothes, activities or gender role expectations? Pink, Blue, & All the SHADES of You embraces and celebrates a colorful spectrum of gender and expression....

(Bilingual English-French edition) When a little boy wakes up with a dry throat, those around him run about trying to work out what caused the condition. One by one, servants, doctors, and medical students try remedies that only complicate the situation and make the...

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...

Enter the magical world of colorful dinosaurs and join Pinkasaurus Rex on her adventure to appreciate what makes her unique. In this moving children's book, Pinky learns with the help of her friends that there is nothing more important than letting your true self...

Georgia is having a hard time. A really hard time. Her best friend, Sienna, has passed away. She's shutting down in school, ignoring texts from her friends, and won't even eat her Chicken Alfredo (her favorite!) for dinner. Her mother knows she's hurting and...

Es el primer día de clases de Rashin en Estados Unidos! Todo tiene diferentes formas de lo que está acostumbrada, desde las comidas en su desayuno hasta las letras en sus libros Y las familias de sus compañeros vienen de todos los rincones del...

Meet Skylar. She has big dreams and even bigger roadblocks. This is the story of how Skylar pushes past everything trying to hold her back - and becomes the racer she's always wanted to be.Skylar teaches us to go ahead and do big things,...

A CELEBRATION OF DIVERSITY AND BELONGINGGrab a pair of binoculars and join M駘usine in her quest to track down a mysterious bird with an unusual bird song.In her search, M駘usine discovers she shares more in common with this peculiar bird than she could ever...

Jade is starting eighth grade in a new city--Atlanta. She just wants to go back to Chicago, where her friends are. Where her Abuela lives. But Jade does like walking to her new school on the trail that winds through the woods behind her...

An uplifting picture book about the incredible diversity in our world, perfect for starting conversations with little ones about inclusion, acceptance, and kindness. In this uplifting picture book, you imagine a world where everyone looks identical, where all food tastes the same, where we...

From acclaimed creators Jessica Young and Chelsea O'Byrne comes a heartening picture book about evolving families and enduring love.Two parents, one me. Are we still a family?Living in two homes can be a big adjustment, but it can also present opportunities for growth. Jessica...

Like the infinite-shade of colors, the richness of life is enhanced by our natural inclination, as creative beings, to hold distinct perspectives on just about any subject. Collectively, however, I believe we all appreciate the profound significance of all the things that influenced and...

The Joys of Being a Little Black Boy is a vividly illustrated children's book that brings to life Roy, a joyful Black boy. Roy takes young readers on a upbeat journey through history to meet some of the world's most notable Black men--heroes who...

Giving and receiving love is shown throughout many of life's most simple actions. Love Is... explores and teaches children practical and healthy demonstrations of love.Love is...so many beautiful things.Author: Judy CroitoruISBN-10: 1950948560ISBN-13: 9781950948567Publisher: Freiling Agency, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/11/2021Pages: 34Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 8.00h x 8.00w...

Maggie the Milkshake Baby is the story of Maggie an interracial child who is struggling with her self-image. Maggie's skewed view is challenged and transformed when she meets Allyse. As the story unfolds, Maggie embraces the beauty of being God's "special blend!" We all...

The Twirl of Being a Little Black Girl is a delightful illustrated children's book that brings to life a dancing Black girl. She takes young readers on her journey through history to meet some of the world's most powerful Black women who were each,...

Thoko, Wake Up is a fun and captivating book and the first in our series featuring Thoko, a brave, young Zimbabwean girl living in the diaspora with her her trusty sidekick toy, "Zou-Zou", who is an elephant just like her family totem We created...

**BILINGUAL BOOK: ENGLISH & SPANISH / LIBRO BILINGﾜE: INGLﾉS Y ESPAﾑOL**Watching the evening news with her parents, Lolis is shocked to see the destruction caused by a hurricane in Puerto Rico. Seeing houses, trees, and cars destroyed and seeing children crying as their parents...

Martine is a girl who is always ready to greet the day with a smile on her face, a bounce in her step, and a great big HELLO! When a hurricane named Willis takes away her neighborhood's sweet smells, pretty colors, and beautiful music,...

Master Stinky Dances is a gentle tale of Master Stinky, a skunk who has been driven from his home and food sources. Alone and hungry, it's more difficult for a smelly skunk to find nourishment than you think. Master Stinky finally finds food and...

Have you ever been caught up in the tangled web of dishonesty? Maybe even out of good intentions? Would you like to help the children in your life learn to recognize and battle dishonesty? You're never too young to learn that dishonesty can ruin...

An ode to mothers of all sorts is packaged in this bright, bold, rhyming read perfect for the youngest of readers and their families.Author: Fifi AbuISBN-10: 1223186792ISBN-13: 9781223186795Publisher: Paw Prints PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/09/2024Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 9.20h x 10.10w x 0.20d

Sophia the Chistmas Eve Snow Bunny & The Real Gift is about a little white snow bunny who knows what it's like not to have parents at Christmas time and to not have any presents to open. Santa enlists her help to deliver presents...

A young biracial girl joyfully celebrates both her Black and Korean cultures the best way she knows how--with the irresistible power of food! Hana is faced with a conundrum: what scrumptious dinner should she make for her four grandparents who are all coming for...

An ode to mothers of all sorts is packaged in this bright, bold, rhyming read perfect for the youngest of readers and their families.Author: Fifi AbuISBN-10: 1223186784ISBN-13: 9781223186788Publisher: Paw Prints PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/12/2023Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 10.10h x 10.20w x 0.40d

Miss Edmonia (a nod to American sculptor, Edmonia Lewis) and her class of elementary--aged WILDFIRES are spending the day at the art museum. Follow Kara-Clementine and Attilio as they explore the museum's collection and discover the character traits that make them special. The Museum...

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...

An ode to fathers of all sorts is packaged in this bright, bold, rhyming read perfect for the youngest of readers and their families.Author: Fifi AbuISBN-10: 1223186768ISBN-13: 9781223186764Publisher: Paw Prints PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/09/2024Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 10.20h x 10.20w x 0.20d

Amrita, a girl from Bellingham, Washington, has a unique name that people often mispronounce causing her frustration and a desire to change it. One day, she discovers a book that sheds light on the history behind her name and her ancestors. Join Amrita on...

An original kid's picture book with diverse characters that helps children explore their imagination, sense of adventure, and bravery.Norman is a young boy who wants to be an architect just like his mom. One day he goes on an unexpected adventure and along the...

My Birthday Eve continues with the feel-good theme of celebrating Black and Brown children in their joy and curiosity. The main character, Ava, is overjoyed as she awaits her birthday. What an exciting time of the year!Everyone has a birthday eve, but have you...

Usually, Amelia looks forward to her school's annual end of year show, where she can sit back and watch her friends showcase their talents, but not this time. This year, everyone is required to participate in the day by showing a talent or hidden...