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1-24 of 58 results for "across many cultures"
Written by Judith Berry Griffin
Phoebe, daughter of a free black man, goes undercover to foil a would-be assassin of General Washington. Based on historical fact. "Related with historical accuracy and finesse."—SLJ
4 - 5
Written by Bernette G. Ford
Spirited children enjoy a typical day at school in this warm, African-American rhyming story.
P - K
Written by Grace Norwich
Told with a timeline, maps, illustrations, sidebars and a top ten list of facts, these insightful...
3 - 5
Written by Connie & Peter Roop
Harriet Tubman is famous for helping more than 300 slaves escape to freedom on the Underground...
2 - 4
Written by Nathan Aaseng
The business leaders profiled here, who started with very little, became successful by taking...
5 - 8
Written by Melissa Schiller
A mother teaches her daughter to make corn husk dolls. Includes complete step by step instructions.
2 - 4
Written by Janelle Cherrington
Native American tribes continue to honor their traditions through song, dance, jewelry and much more.
4 - 4
Written by Derrick D. Barnes
An early literacy series presented in three levels, to build reading confidence. Features information on the diverse authors and illustrators, plus educational activities.
K - 1
Written by Caron Lee Cohen
An award-winning illustrator presents this Native American tale about a young boy and his magical pony that comes to life. "Splendidly illustrated. A moving, multileveled heroic tale."—Kirkus
2 - 4
Written by Cathryn Falwell
What does it take to feed 10 hungry people? When everyone in the family helps, the feasting can begin as fast as you can count to 10
P - 1
Written by Michele Maria Surat
Ut, an immigrant child from Vietnam, tries adjusting to a new life in America. A heartfelt, gentle, and realistic story.
2 - 4
Written by Angela Shelf Medearis
A young girl and her family attend an Indian powwow and dance with the Seminoles, whose ancestors rescued her grandfather from slavery and accepted him as their brother.
2 - 4
Written by Margaret Goff Clark
After vacationing in the South, a young girl finds her new ideas challenged when she returns North and discovers her father and brother have been helping runaway slaves.
5 - 6
Written by Heather Goodyear
Loosely based on NBA all-star Bob Lanier's childhood adventures, this series shoots and scores with early chapter books that teach valuable life lessons through amusing stories.
3 - 4
Written by Aaron Reynolds
With a pinch of genius and a dash of resourcefulness, some fed-up chickens whip up a scrumptious snack of chips and salsa.
K - 3
Written by Julie T. Lamana
When Hurricane Katrina destroys the Lower Ninth Ward, Armani forgets her tenth birthday, focuses on family, and grows up in this convincing novel.
4 - 6
Written by Sally Warner
Join Ellray Jakes on his journey through third grade in this new "Lively series"—Publishers Weekly
2 - 3
Written by Melissa Thomson
The foibles of spirited second grader Keena keep chapter book readers chuckling. "A likable new...
2 - 3
Written by Eloise Greenfield
In this warm and humorous story by the award-winning poet and author, a young girl whose laughter...
5 - 6
Written by Janice Behrens
Working, helping, sharing, and contributing is how kids see themselves in these pages and in their busy days. Vibrant images mirror the lively activities of kids being great kids.
1 - 2
Written by Wil Mara
Easy-to-read, large-type text, illustrations, and photographs make this series the perfect introduction to these influential people. “Will serve beginning readers well.”—SLJ
1 - 2
Written by Meg Medina
Though they send most of their money to help their far-away relatives, a young girl and her aunt save money to buy a car. "A pleasant tale of determination."—Kirkus
1 - 4
Written by Judy Schachner
Skippyjon, a Siamese cat with oversize ears, delights readers with the rousing adventures of his Zorro-like alter ego, El Skippito. "Ay caramba, mucho fun."—Kirkus Reviews
K - 2
Written by Monalisa DeGross
Donavan doesn't collect baseball cards like other kids—he collects words for his word jar, and they bring an unexpected delight. "Builds readers' vocabulary."—SLJ
