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This is an uplifting, universal story of new experiences, the unbreakable bond shared by siblings and of being proud of who you are, from Olympic medallist Ibtihaj Muhammad.

If You Come to Earth is a glorious guide to our home planet, and a call for us to take care of both Earth and each other, inspired by the thousands of children Sophie Blackall has met during her travels around the world in support of UNICEF and Save the Children.

A Wish in the Dark is a 2020 children's fantasy novel by American author Christina Soontornvat. It is a retelling of the 1862 novel Les Misérables by Victor Hugo, and contains elements inspired by Thai culture.

New Kid is a graphic novel about starting over at a new school where diversity is low and the struggle to fit in is real. Awarded the 2020 Newbery Medal.

Mela ends up in trouble when her little boat is swept into the dense jungle. She offers each animal she meets a prize for helping her find her way home, but the animals take their rewards without helping--then an elephant shows Mela that kindness is its own reward.

When a young boy visits his grandfather, their lack of a common language leads to confusion, frustration, and silence. But as they sit down to draw together, something magical happens - with a shared love of art and storytelling, the two form a bond that goes beyond words.

The breathtaking true story of the international rescue of the Wild Boars soccer team from a flooded cave in Thailand!

All Thirteen , a non fiction book for upper primary, describes the 2018 Tham Luang cave rescue. The book was awarded a Newbery Honor in 2021.

Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature 2021

In this compelling, emotionally engaging novel set in1880,a half-Chinese girl and her white father try to make a home in Dakota Territory, United States, in the face of racism and resistance.

2021 Newbery Medal

This novel tells the story of a biracial girl, Lily, who learns about her heritage when her family moves in with Lily's Korean grandmother.

2021 Caldecott Medal

This picture book for young readers was inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America. It’s a cry to safeguard the Earth’s water, with powerful illustrations to match!

2021 Schneider Family Book Award Winner

A boy who stutters feels isolated, alone, and incapable of communicating. His kindly father and a walk by the river help him find his voice.

2020 APA Award for Children’s Literature

A heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel about unlikely friends, Moon and Christine, who share everything. Moon even tells Christine her deepest secret: that she has visions, sometimes, of celestial beings who speak to her from the stars.

2020 APA Award for Children’s Picture Book

Meet Wu Chien Shiung, famous physicist who overcame prejudice to prove that she could be anything she wanted

2020 Newbery Medal

New Kid is a graphic novel about starting over at a new school where diversity is low and the struggle to fit in is real.

2020 Children's Africana Book Award

Sulwe is a children's picture picture book by actress Lupita Nyong'o. It follows the story of a young girl who wishes for her dark skin to be lighter.

2019 Children's Africana Book Award

For one little Ugandan boy, no wish is too big. First he dreams of reaching the stars and then of riding a supernova straight to Mars. But on a rainy day at his grandfather's house, he is brought down to earth with a bump. Do adventures only happen in galaxies far away or can he find magic a little closer to home?

2020 Walter Award

The Walter Awards recognizes diverse authors whose works feature diverse main characters and address diversity in a meaningful way.

2016 Stonewall Children’s Award

George, also called Melissa's Story, is a children's novel about a young transgender girl written by American author Alex Gino. The novel tells the story of Melissa, a fourth-grade girl who is struggling to be herself to the rest of the world.

Black is a color, but it is also much more. In this stunning anthem set in a picture book, a girl meditates on the meaning of "black," especially Black as identity, community, history, and rich cultural tradition.

Mia Tang and her family work to save the hotel they recently bought in the face of a looming immigration law that could send them back to China if passed and threatens the safety of Mia's friends. A Front Desk novel.

This first-person affirmation picture book celebrates Black boys and validates their right to be proud of themselves and deserving of respect, love, and joy.

In this graphic novel, Omar, along with his younger brother Hassan, recounts the stories of growing up as orphan refugees at a displacement camp in Kenya.

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