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Picture Books
Picture Books
Our Favorite Day of the Year by A.E. Ali"Four kindergartners who think they have nothing in common become friends after sharing traditions of their holidays, including Eid-ul-Fitr, Rosh Hashanah, Christmas, and Pi Day."
Laxmi's Mooch by Shelly Anand
After Laxmi's friend Zoe points out the hairs on her lip, Laxmi is very self-conscious until her East Indian parents help her to accept and celebrate her appearance.
Becoming Vanessa by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
Vanessa is nervous she will not fit in on her first day of school, but she hopes a special outfit will show her new classmates she is someone they should know.
Just Read! by Lori DegmanThe rhyming text celebrates reading in its many forms as it follows a diverse group of children who read wherever and whenever they can.
Amira's Picture Day by Reem Faruqi
Amira is excited because tomorrow is Eid with special clothes, treats, gifts, and a morning party at her mosque; but then she realizes that she is going to miss class picture day at school, something she was also looking forward to--so Amira has to figure out a way to be in two places at once.
I Can Help by Reem Faruqi
When Ms. Underwood asks if anyone wants to help Kyle, Zahra always volunteers. She loves spending time with Kyle—he’s creative and generous, and he makes the funniest jokes at lunch. But when Zahra’s other classmates start teasing her for helping him, she starts making choices she regrets. I Can Help is a gentle, sensitive portrayal of reaching out, facing peer pressure, and learning from past mistakes.
Hello Goodbye Dog by Maria GianferrariA student who uses a wheelchair finds a way to see her dog each day in school.
The Arabic Quilt by Aya KhalilWhen her new classmates tease her, Kanzi finds comfort in wrapping up in a quilt from her teita and writing poetry.
I Walk with Vanessa by KerascoëtAn elementary school girl witnesses the bullying of another girl, but she is not sure how to help.
A Teacher Like You by Frank Murphy
"Teachers can change the life of a child with every new day. Whether they're discovering math, practicing an instrument, or learning about our wonderful, diverse world, students can count on the kindness, innovation, and patience of a teacher. This is a celebration of the ways teachers help their student's bloom"-- Provided by publisher.
All Are Welcome by Alexandra PenfoldIllustrations and rhyming text follow a group of children through a day in school where they learn from each other's traditions.
Kalamata's Kitchen by Sarah Thomas
"Tomorrow is Kalamata's first day at a new school, and she's nervous! If only Kalamata and Al Dente could go back to the Indian spice market they visited this summer, then maybe she'd remember how to feel brave when new experiences seem scary. Luckily for Kalamata, all the magic required for her journey is right in her own kitchen! As Kalamata and her alligator friend, Al Dente, transport themselves to a magical land filled with tasty ingredients, she realizes being brave is exciting!"-- Provided by publisher.
School’s First Day of School by Adam RexIt's the first day of school at Frederick Douglass Elementary and everyone's just a little bit nervous, especially the school itself.
Each Kindness by Jacqueline WoodsonWhen Ms. Albert teaches a lesson on kindness, Chloe realizes that she and her friends have been wrong in making fun of new student Maya's shabby clothes and refusing to play with her.
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