Books like Festivals
Award winning
Water Stories: From Around the World
Sandhya Rao, Radhika Menon, 2023
100 pages
Why to read
Explores global water tales, broadening cultural understanding.
Enhances geographical knowledge through engaging storytelling.
Supports environmental awareness from an early age.
Encourages family discussions about nature and conservation.
Water Stories: From Around the World
Sandhya Rao, Radhika Menon, 2023
Award winning
Holi Hai!
Chitra Soundar, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant celebration of Holi festival, cultural exploration.
Colorful illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Introduces diversity and cultural understanding, educational.
Encourages family bonding through shared holiday experiences.
Holi Hai!
Chitra Soundar, 2022
Award winning
Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural significance of blue in a captivating way.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and rich storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about history and color symbolism.
Supports understanding of diversity through color exploration.
Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, 2022
Award winning
Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Indigenous culture with vibrant storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of cultural diversity.
Supports identity and self-esteem in Indigenous children.
Engaging and educational for all young readers.
Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
Award winning
Hannah and the Ramadan Gift
Qasim Rashid, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Introduces Ramadan's values through engaging storytelling.
Fosters empathy and understanding of diverse cultures.
Encourages generosity and community involvement.
Vibrant illustrations complement the heartwarming narrative.
Hannah and the Ramadan Gift
Qasim Rashid, 2021
Award winning
Drawn Together
Minh Lê, 2020
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and multigenerational bonding.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Emphasizes communication through art and storytelling.
Promotes mutual understanding and respect.
Drawn Together
Minh Lê, 2020
Award winning
How To Celebrate Winter Solstice
Teresa Villegas, 2014
36 pages
Why to read
Explores winter traditions and cultural significance.
Encourages understanding of seasonal changes.
Supports family bonding through shared reading.
Vibrant illustrations capture the winter spirit.
