Books like Yo Soy Muslim: A Father's Letter to His Daughter
Award winning
Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story
Hena Khan, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights Muslim culture through vibrant storytelling.
Introduces Islamic celebrations with engaging narrative.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Supports empathy development and global perspective.

Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story
Hena Khan, 2008
Award winning
Egyptian Lullaby
Zeena M. Pliska, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Immerses children in ancient Egyptian culture and history.
Soothing lullabies enhance bedtime routines and bonding time.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.

Egyptian Lullaby
Zeena M. Pliska, 2023
Award winning
Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and big dreams among young readers.
Beautiful, poetic language enhances vocabulary.
Encourages resilience and persistence in facing challenges.
Ideal for family reading, sparking meaningful discussions.

Something, Someday
Amanda Gorman, 2023
Award winning
Our Celebración!
Susan Middleton Elya, Ana Aranda, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and enhance visual learning.
Introduces cultural diversity through festive storytelling.
Rhyming text supports phonetic awareness and literacy.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading sessions.

Our Celebración!
Susan Middleton Elya, Ana Aranda, 2023
Award winning
Binny's Diwali
Thrity Umrigar, 2020
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Diwali traditions, enhancing cultural awareness.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Encourages understanding of diversity and inclusivity.
Reinforces importance of friendship and community.

Binny's Diwali
Thrity Umrigar, 2020
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.

Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Award winning
America, My Love, America, My Heart
Daria Peoples-Riley, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in heartfelt verses.
Encourages self-love and acceptance among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement empowering poetic narrative.
Ideal for fostering discussions on identity and unity.

America, My Love, America, My Heart
Daria Peoples-Riley, 2021
Award winning
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Modern retelling enhances connection to historical spiritual song.
Stunning illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Fosters cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Encourages family discussions on faith and resilience.
