In this lyrical picture book, world-renowned poet, New York Times bestselling author, and Coretta Scott King Honor winner Nikki Giovanni and fine artist Erin Robinson craft an ode to the magic of a library as a place not only for knowledge but also for imagination, exploration, and escape.

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Black/African American

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies

Discover how changes to the Elwha River harmed the ecosystem but through persistence, cooperation, and advocacy it was renewed and restored.

Culture

Native American

Topics

American History, Earth Science, Life Science (Biology)

Discover how changes to the Elwha River harmed the ecosystem but through persistence, cooperation, and advocacy it was renewed and restored.

Culture

Native American

Topics

American History, Earth Science, Life Science (Biology)

Moving to a new place can be hard, but when your neighbors welcome you with open arms, there are so many things to discover and celebrate.

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Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health

Rhyming verse describes different ways in which readers can be a bridge, from welcoming a new student and listening respectfully when someone else is talking to standing up to a bully and comforting a classmate who is upset.

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Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health

A heart-tugging dog adoption story told through letters from a dog as he seeks a forever home! It also showcases many different styles of letter writing, making it appealing to parents and teachers looking to teach the lost art of written communication.

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Not specified

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English-Language Arts/General, Global Social Issues

Emmy Noether is not pretty, quiet or good at housework — all the things a girl of her time is expected to be. What she is, though, is brilliant at math. And when she grows up, she skirts the rules to first study math at a university and then teach it. She also helps to solve of the most pressing mathematical and physics problems of the day. And though she doesn't get much credit during her lifetime, her discoveries continue to influence how we understand the world today.

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Western European

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English-Language Arts/General, Global Historical Events and Figures, International Studies/World History, Mathematics, Physical Science (Chemistry and Physics), Women’s Studies

A young boy comes to recognize his own power and ability to change the future. When a friend at school creates a hurtful drawing, the boy turns to his family for comfort. He realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before fact, his eyes are like his father's, his agong's, and his little brother's, and they are visionary. Inspired by the men in his family, he recognizes his own power and strength from within.

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South Asian

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Not specified

Gigi can wait for her Japanese grandpa move in. Gigi plans lots of things to do with him, like playing tag, reading books, and teaching Roscoe, the family dog, new tricks. But her plans don't work out quite the way she hoped. And her grandpa doesn't seem to like Roscoe. Will Gigi find a way to connect with her Ojiji?

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Japanese/Japanese American

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Not specified

Explore harvest festivals from around the globe! Lyrical, rhyming text and lush, detailed artwork from Italian artist Martina Peluso immerse young readers in some of the most ancient traditions in the world.

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Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, International Studies/World History, Lifestyles Around the World, World Cultures: Perspectives, Practices, and Products

This enchanting picture book explores the relationship between childhood and nature. In this simple yet profound story, one child experiences a flower with all five senses--from its color to its fragrance to the entire universe it evokes--revealing how a single flower can expand one's perspective in incredible ways.

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Not specified

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Life Science (Biology)

When a little girl tires of being treated like she's too little, she sets out to prove to her family that she can do anything she puts her mind to — including putting on a colorful, twinkly, silky sari. Sure, they're long and unwieldy--but that only means her family will be even more impressed when she puts it on all by herself.

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East Indian/East Indian American, South Asian

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, International Studies/World History, Lifestyles Around the World, World Cultures: Perspectives, Practices, and Products

This book showcases the love between grandparents and grandchildren, the challenges of memory loss, and the joy that sweet reminders of a faraway home can bring.

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Vietnamese/Vietnamese American

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, International Studies/World History, Lifestyles Around the World, World Cultures: Perspectives, Practices, and Products

One seed to start a garden, one note to start a melody, one brick to start breaking down walls: Every movement and moment of change starts with purpose, with intention, with one. With me. With you.

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Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Global Social Institutions, Global Social Issues, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health

Alex's enthusiasm and energy can sometimes be a challenge for his classmates. He loves to play ball on the playground with his friends, but when his rambunctious behavior inadvertently upsets one of the other students, he finds himself at odds with the whole class. In a story that sees the perspective of both sides, Alex learns quickly that the right thing to do is say he's sorry, leaving it up to his friend to find the compassion and empathy to accept it.

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Not specified

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health

Josie dreams of dancing at next summer's powwow. But first she needs many special things: a dress, a shawl, a cape, leggings, moccasins, and, perhaps most important of all, her spirit name. To gather all these essential pieces, she calls on her mom, her aunty, her kookum, and Grandma Greatwalker. They have the skills to prepare Josie for her powwow debut.

Culture

Indigenous Peoples, Native American

Topics

Dance, Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Lifestyles Around the World, Physical Fitness, Women’s Studies

Becca watches her grandma create, play, and dance--and she knows that she wants to be just like Grandma. Becca loves spending time with Grandma. Every time Becca says, "Let me try," Grandma shows her how to make something beautiful. Whether they are beading moccasins, dancing like the most beautiful butterflies, or practicing basketball together, Becca knows that, more than anything, she wants to be just like Grandma. And as the two share their favorite activities, Becca discovers something surprising about Grandma.

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Native American

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Not specified

In clear and simple language, Preet Bharara, former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, explains what justice is and what it takes to achieve it for even the youngest readers. Drawing on examples of historic justice seekers whose deeds best demonstrate those attributes by asking hard questions, keeping an open mind, defending the truth, and using their voices and their bodies to fight injustice such as Ida B. Wells, John Lewis, Malala Yousafzai, and many others, this timely book is perfect for exploring the concept of justice.

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Multicultural

Topics

American History, Diversity, Global Historical Events and Figures, Global Social Issues, Government and Politics, Law and Legal Studies

"The Thanksgiving story that most Americans know celebrates the Pilgrims. But without members of the Wampanoag tribe who already lived on the land where the settled, the Pilgrims would never have made it through their first winter. And without Weeâchumun (corn), the Native people wouldn't have helped. An important picture book honoring both the history and tradition that surrounds the story of the first Thanksgiving."

Culture

Indigenous Peoples, Native American

Topics

American History, Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Life Science (Biology), Personal and Community Health

Kind Like Marsha celebrates 14 amazing and inspirational LGBTQ+ people throughout history. Fan favorites like Harvey Milk, Sylvia Rivera, and Audre Lorde are joined by the likes of Leonardo da Vinci, Frida Kahlo, and more in this striking collection. With a focus on a positive personality attribute of each of the historical figures, readers will be encouraged to be brave like the Ugandan activist fighting for LGBTQ+ rights against all odds and to be kind like Marsha P. Johnson who took care of her trans community on the New York City streets.

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Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Global Historical Events and Figures, Gender/Sexuality

Leo, a quiet kid who is not ready for his first day of kindergarten, ends up having a great day when he makes a kindness pledge and discovers he knows a lot about being kind to others.

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Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health

From the moment Evelyn Glennie heard her first note, music held her heart. She played the piano by ear at age eight, and the clarinet by age ten. But soon, the nerves in her ears began to deteriorate, and Evelyn was told that, as a deaf girl, she could never be a musician. What sounds Evelyn couldn't hear with her ears, though, she could feel resonate through her body as if she, herself, were a drum. And the music she created was extraordinary. Evelyn Glennie had learned how to listen in a new way. And soon, the world was listening too.

Culture

Western European

Topics

English-Language Arts/General, Music, Women’s Studies

Bo wants to find the perfect container to show off his traditional marbles for the Cherokee National Holiday in this exploration of volume and capacity.

Culture

Indigenous Peoples, Native American

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Mathematics, Measurement & Geometry (Geometry), Number Sense

When five-year-old Luli joins her new English as a Second Language class, the playroom is quiet. Luli can speak English, neither can anyone else. That's when she has a brilliant idea to host a tea party and bring them all together.

Culture

Chinese/Chinese American, Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Immigration/Migration, Lifestyles Around the World

Born to parents who fled slavery and the Trail of Tears, Magnolia Flower is a girl with a vibrant spirit. Not to be deterred by rigid ways of the world, she longs to connect with others, who too long for freedom. She finds this in a young man of letters who her father disapproves of. In her quest to be free, Magnolia must make a choice and set off on a journey that will prove just how brave one can be when leading with one's heart.

Culture

Black/African American, Indigenous Peoples, Native American

Topics

American History, Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Women’s Studies

For one little girl, there's no place she rather be than sitting between Mama and Mommy. So when Mommy goes away on a work trip, it's tricky to find a good place at the table. As the days go by, Mama brings her to the library, they watch movies, and all of them talk on the phone, but she still misses Mommy as deep as the ocean and as high as an astronaut up in the stars. As they pass by a beautiful garden, the girl gets an idea . . . but when Mommy finally comes home, it takes a minute to shake off the empty feeling she felt all week before leaning in for a kiss.

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Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health, Women’s Studies, Gender/Sexuality

Ruth Bader Ginsburg may be one of the most respected women in the United States, but her recognition is nothing short of hard-won. For years before becoming a justice of the Supreme Court, Ruth had to fight the notion that being female meant that she was less smart, less qualified, and less worthy of attention than her male counterparts. Throughout college, law school, and her work life, she faced discrimination, because she was a woman.

Culture

Jewish/Jewish American

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English-Language Arts/General, Global Historical Events and Figures, Government and Politics, Law and Legal Studies, Women’s Studies

A boy and Moshom, his grandpa, take a trip together to visit a place of great meaning to Moshom. A trapline is where people hunt and live off the land, and it was where Moshom grew up. As they embark on their northern journey, the child repeatedly asks his grandfather, "Is this your trapline?" Along the way, the boy finds himself imagining what life was like two generations ago -- a life that appears to be both different from and similar to his life now.

Culture

Indigenous Peoples, Native American

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Lifestyles Around the World, World Cultures: Perspectives, Practices, and Products

The experience of a long school bus ride is seen through the eyes of a rural boy who is the first student to board on his route. “One boy. Waiting. For two bright headlights. Bus Number Four. Three big steps up.‚ From his seat he watches the view out the window, seeing trees, deer, cars, sunflowers, and an infinite sky. Eventually 48 kids arrive at school, and later in the day they get back on the bus for the trip home. Everything is described numerically, as this observant child, who has light skin and black hair, contemplates the landscape of his daily routine. Vibrant colors and a childlike sensibility infuse the introspective text with an upbeat energy.

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Not specified

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Not specified

When Parker Curry came face-to-face with Amy Sherald's transcendent portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama ... She saw dynamic self-assurance. She saw truth and beauty. She saw a queen. But most importantly, Parker saw Her hopes. Her dreams, Her power. Her promise. Herself.

Culture

Black/African American

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Visual Arts

In profound, uplifting verse and sumptuous artwork, beloved creators Matt de la Peña and Corinna Luyken explore the endless possibilities each child contains: A young dancer may grow into a computer coder; a basketball player might become a poet; a class clown may one day serve as an inspiring teacher; and today's quiet empath might be tomorrow's great leader. Here's a profound and uplifting new classic with an empowering message for readers of all ages: Your story is still being written.

Culture

Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health

Because she has been very ill and weak, River cannot join in the dancing at this year's tribal powwow, she can only watch from the sidelines as her sisters and cousins dance the celebration--but as the drum beats she finds the faith to believe that she will recover and dance again.

Culture

Indigenous Peoples, Native American

Topics

Dance, Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health, Personal and Community Health, Religion/Spirituality

It's one hour until the curtain goes up, and nonbinary fourth-grader Riley and their classmates just had a disastrous dress rehearsal. How can they fix everything in time? Riley and their classmates find out that there are many ways to solve a problem, especially when the clock is ticking and fun is on the line!

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Not specified

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Theatre, Gender/Sexuality

Molly and her mom don't always have enough food, so one Saturday they visit their local food pantry. Molly's happy to get food to eat until she sees her classmate Caitlin, who's embarrassed to be at the food pantry. Can Molly help Caitlin realize that everyone needs help sometimes?

Culture

Multicultural

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Global Social Issues, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health, Personal and Community Health

"Gilbert Baker always knew he wanted a life full of color and sparkle. In his small, gray, flat Kansas hometown, he helped his grandma sew and created his own art whenever he could. It wasn't easy; life tried over and over again to make Gilbert conform. But his sparkle always shone through. He dreamed of someday going somewhere as vibrant and colorful as he was. Set against the backdrop of San Francisco during the gay rights movement of the 1970s, Gilberta's story unfolds just like the flag he created: in a riot of color, joy, and pride. Today the flag is everywhere, even in the small town where Gilbert grew up!"

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Multicultural

Topics

American History, Diversity, Visual Arts, Gender/Sexuality

When Sharice David's was young, she never thought she be in Congress. And she never thought she be one of the first Native American women in Congress. During her campaign, she heard from a lot of doubters. They said she couldn't win because of how she looked, who she loved, and where she came from.

Culture

Indigenous Peoples, Native American

Topics

American History, Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Government and Politics, Law and Legal Studies, Women’s Studies, Gender/Sexuality

This book features women scientists who didn't listen to those who told them — and who used their smarts, their skills and their persistence to discover, invent, create and explain.

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Multicultural

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Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Global Historical Events and Figures, Women’s Studies

Based on Sainte-Marie's song of the same name, Still This Love Goes On combines Flett's breathtaking art with vivid lyrics to craft a stunning portrait of a Cree worldview. At the heart of this picture book is a gentle message about missing our loved ones, and the promise of seeing each other again.

Culture

Indigenous Peoples, Native American

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Lifestyles Around the World, Music, World Cultures: Perspectives, Practices, and Products

Swoop and Soar, two young osprey chicks, are safe in their forest nest until a powerful storm sends their tree crashing to the ground. SWOOP AND SOAR is the true story of how raptor biologist Janie Veltkamp used science to rescue the orphans and find them a new osprey family in the wild. In a race against time, Janie sets out to find the checks a new nest and new parents. But will the new osprey parents accept Swoop and Soar as their own chicks, or fly away from the nest forever?

Culture

Not specified

Topics

English-Language Arts/General, Life Science (Biology)

Mirha is so excited for her first day of school! She can't wait to learn, play, and make new friends. But when her classmates mispronounce her name, she goes home wondering if she should find a new one. Maybe then she'd be able to find a monogrammed keychain at the gas station or order a hot chocolate at the cafe more easily. Mama helps Mirha to see how special her name is, and she returns to school the next day determined to help her classmates say it correctly--even if it takes a hundred tries.

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South Asian

Topics

Not specified

Every morning Diego packs his elote cart with care and travels across his community to provide for his family. One day, his daughter Marisol joins him while he works. The Elote Man Goes to College tells the story of all the hardworking street vendors in our communities, selling their wares to provide for themselves and their families.

Culture

Latino/Latino American

Topics

Immigration/Migration

This story is a fictionalized account of the Great Fire of 1918 based on a 1973 interview of Elizabeth (Betty) Gurno, a Fond du Lac Reservation elder. Betty was a little girl when the fire swept the area. The Fire of 1918 destroyed the city of Cloquet, Minnesota and surrounding communities, including the Fond du Lac Reservation, and resulted in the loss of many lives.

Culture

Indigenous Peoples, Native American

Topics

American History, Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Geography

"It's picture day and Faizah can't wait to wear her special red dress with matching hair ribbons, passed down from her mother and sister. Faizah's teacher starts the day by asking her students to envision the kind of world they want, inspiring Faizah and her friends to spend the day helping one another in ways large and small. But when it's time for sibling pictures, Faizah realizes that she and her older sister, Asiya, don't match like her classmates do with their siblings. With help from her classmates inspired by Asiya's hijab, Faizah finds that acts of kindness can come back to you in unexpected ways. "

Culture

Black/African American, Muslim

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health

Drawn from Kao Kalia Yang's childhood experiences as a Hmong refugee, this heartfelt picture book offers a window into the life of a family with little money and a great deal of love. The theme of respect and love for an aging family member is central to this moving story, as is the stunning, expressive art that includes visual references to Hmong fabric.

Culture

Hmong/Hmong American

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Immigration/Migration, Lifestyles Around the World, World Cultures: Perspectives, Practices, and Products

The Mother of a Movement tells the story of Jeanne Manford, the founder of PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays). When her son Morty was beaten by New York City officials for handing out pro-gay leaflets, Manford wrote a powerful letter to the New York Post to complain about how Morty was treated. In the letter she came out as the mother of a gay son.

Culture

Not specified

Topics

American History, Diversity, Global Social Issues, Government and Politics, Law and Legal Studies, Gender/Sexuality

In this moving and stunningly illustrated picture book, Noemi and Mama flee their home in Mexico, and head for the US border. There, they look for "The Notebook Keeper"-- the person in charge of a ledger for those waiting to cross, and they add their names to the book. As the days turn into weeks, and hope dwindles, the little girl looks for kindness around her-- and inside herself. One day, when the Notebook Keeper's own name is called to cross, Noemi and her Mama are chosen--for the generosity in their hearts-- to take her place.

Culture

Latino/Latino American

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Global Social Issues, Government and Politics, Immigration/Migration, International Studies/World History, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health

The dual language edition, in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) and English, of The Water Walker, the award-winning story of a determined Ojibwe Nokomis (Grandmother) Josephine-ba Mandamin and her great love for Nibi (water). Nokomis walked to raise awareness of our need to protect Nibi for future generations, and for all life on the planet. She, along with other women, men, and youth, have walked around all the Great Lakes from the four salt waters, or oceans, to Lake Superior. The walks are full of challenges, and by her example Josephine-ba invites us all to take up our responsibility to protect our water, the giver of life, and to protect our planet for all generations.

Culture

Native American

Topics

Earth Science, Life Science (Biology)

It's getting hot outside, hot enough to turn on the hydrants and run through the water--and that means it's finally summer in the city! Released from school and reveling in their freedom, the kids on one Brooklyn block take advantage of everything summertime has to offer: Freedom from morning till night to go out to meet their friends and make the streets their playground--jumping double Dutch, playing tag and hide-and-seek, building forts, chasing ice cream trucks, and best of all, believing anything is possible.

Culture

Black/African American

Topics

Not specified

A school isn't just a building; it is all the people who work and learn together. It is a place for discovery and asking questions. A place for sharing, for helping, and for community. It is a place of hope and healing, even when that community can be together in the same room.

Culture

Multicultural

Topics

English-Language Arts/General, Lifestyles Around the World, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health, Personal and Community Health

A heartwarming picture book about a neighborhood coming together to help a kitten find a home. It is a story about community compassion, and generosity.

Culture

Multicultural

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General

This joyful picture-book homage to a day of community and inclusion--and to the joys of anticipation--is also a comprehensive history

Culture

Multicultural

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Global Historical Events and Figures, Global Social Issues, Gender/Sexuality

An engaging introduction to the tenets of democracy, V Is for Voting is a playful, poetic, and powerful primer about the importance of voting and activism.

Culture

Multicultural

Topics

American History, Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Government and Politics, Law and Legal Studies

We Are Here is a poignant story about Black and brown heritage and community. Full of assurance, tenderness, and triumph, this much-anticipated follow-up to the New York Times bestselling picture book All Because You Matter offers an equally inspirational and arresting ode to all of the Black women and men throughout history who have made momentous contributions from the beginning of time.

Culture

Black/African American

Topics

Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Ethnic Studies, Global Historical Events and Figures, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health, World Cultures: Perspectives, Practices, and Products

There was a time in the United States when millions of children with disabilities weren't allowed to go to public school. But in 1971, seven kids and their families wanted to do something about it. They knew that every child had a right to an equal education, so they went to court to fight for that right. The case Mills v. Board of Education of the District of Columbia led to laws ensuring children with disabilities would receive a free, appropriate public education. Told in the voice of Janine Leffler, one of the millions of kids who went to school because of these laws, this book shares the true story of this landmark case.

Culture

Multicultural

Topics

American History, Diversity, English-Language Arts/General, Law and Legal Studies

Names hold power. They can be a greeting, provide comfort, act as a warning, or honor our ancestors and heroes. Sometimes growing into a name, or selecting a new one, can take a little time. Names connect us to others and help create who we are and what makes us uniquely special.

Culture

Not specified

Topics

Not specified

A beautiful, lyrical story about a girl who moves from her home in Central America to the United States, and everything she leaves behind and longs for--especially her Abuela--as she makes a new life.

Culture

Latino/Latino American

Topics

Immigration/Migration