Books like We Are Still Here!: Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
Award winning
Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience and teamwork through sports narrative.
Showcases the rich histories of Native baseball players.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Inspires young readers with real-life role models.
Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, 2023
Pattan's Pumpkin: An Indian Flood Story
Chitra Soundar, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant retelling of a traditional Indian tale.
Inspires resilience and resourcefulness in young readers.
Colorful illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Enhances cultural awareness and appreciation.
Pattan's Pumpkin: An Indian Flood Story
Chitra Soundar, 2017
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2025
32 pages
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2025
Award winning
Black and British: An Illustrated History
David Olusoga, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Explores significant contributions of Black Britons.
Educational yet engaging historical narrative.
Boosts awareness and inclusivity.
Supports history curriculum comprehensively.
Black and British: An Illustrated History
David Olusoga, 2022
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 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 People Remember
Ibi Zoboi, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Explore African American history through engaging narratives.
Enhances historical knowledge and cultural awareness.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse experiences.
Supports dialogue on past and ongoing societal contributions.
