Books like Before You Were Born
Award winning
A Dupatta Is...
Marzieh Abbas, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and understanding.
Stimulates children's imagination and curiosity.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages appreciation for different cultural heritages.

A Dupatta Is...
Marzieh Abbas, 2023
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.

Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Award winning
I Love You, Baby Burrito
Angela Dominguez, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates affection in a culturally rich context.
Introduces children to diverse family traditions.
Encourages parent-child bonding through reading.
Enhances language development with rhythmic text.

I Love You, Baby Burrito
Angela Dominguez, 2023
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
Award winning
My Name
Supriya Kelkar, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural identity through captivating storytelling.
Encourages self-discovery and acceptance in young readers.
Enhances comprehension and vocabulary through engaging text.
Supports emotional and social development.

My Name
Supriya Kelkar, 2023
Award winning
Where Thuong Keeps Love
Thu Buu, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of family love and bonding.
Illustrates the importance of cultural heritage.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.

Where Thuong Keeps Love
Thu Buu, 2021
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.

My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and family bonds.
Encourages resilience and embracing individuality.
Illustrates the beauty of Hijab and tradition.
Inspiring tale, ideal for developing empathy.
