Cultural books for kids
Award winning
The Marvellous Sugee Cake
Hong Shin Quek, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through delightful storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with unique words and phrases.
Builds empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative structure.

The Marvellous Sugee Cake
Hong Shin Quek, 2021
Divali
Dilip Kadodwala, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the vibrant spirit of the Divali festival.
Introduces children to cultural diversity and traditions.
Encourages appreciation and respect for different cultures.
Beautiful illustrations complement the engaging narrative.

Divali
Dilip Kadodwala, 2004
East Asian Folktales, Myths and Legends
Eva Wong Nava, Jocelyn Kao, 2024
123 pages
Why to read
Explores rich heritage of East Asian folklore.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Stimulates imagination with mythical characters and legends.
Supports cognitive development through narrative complexity.

East Asian Folktales, Myths and Legends
Eva Wong Nava, Jocelyn Kao, 2024
Award winning
Celebraciones / Celebrations: Dias feriados de los Estados Unidos y Mexico (Charlesbridge Bilingual Books)
Nancy Maria Grande Tabor, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Bilingual exploration of U.S. and Mexican holidays.
Cultural traditions insight enhances global understanding.
Engaging storytelling fosters bilingual language skills.
Colorful illustrations captivate and educate young readers.

Celebraciones / Celebrations: Dias feriados de los Estados Unidos y Mexico (Charlesbridge Bilingual Books)
Nancy Maria Grande Tabor, 2004
Award winning
Halloween Adventures Around the World: A Spooktacular Journey of Halloween Traditions
J.P. Anthong Williams, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Explore global Halloween traditions in a fun, educational way.
Vivid illustrations captivate and enhance storytelling.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Promotes family bonding through shared reading adventures.

Halloween Adventures Around the World: A Spooktacular Journey of Halloween Traditions
J.P. Anthong Williams, 2023
Award winning
Calavera Abecedario: A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book
Jeanette Winter, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant Day of the Dead traditions creatively.
Teaches alphabet with culturally rich, artistic illustrations.
Engages young readers with celebratory, meaningful storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with unique cultural words.

Calavera Abecedario: A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book
Jeanette Winter, 2004
Award winning
Saltypie: A Choctaw Journey from Darkness Into Light
Tim Tingle, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through Choctaw family storytelling.
Emphasizes healing and overcoming adversity.
Enhances understanding of Native American history.
Strengthens familial bonds and heritage appreciation.

Saltypie: A Choctaw Journey from Darkness Into Light
Tim Tingle, 2022
Canada the Culture (Lands, Peoples, & Cultures (Hardcover))
Bobbie Kalman, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases vibrant Canadian culture and traditions.
Enhances geographical and social awareness.
Supports multicultural understanding and diversity appreciation.
Ideal for shared family reading and discussion.
