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Moniya Tells the Truth book cover

Moniya Tells the Truth

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Cimi Pham
The story of a boy who always did his best to be honest!
2nd - 3rd
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Celebremos el Dia de las Brujas y el Dia de los Muertos!/Let’s Celebrate Halloween and the Day of the Dead! (Spanish and English Edition)

Written by Gustavo Ruffino and Illustrated by Olga Barinova

Two best friends enjoy dressing up for their Halloween party at school. Mia is a monarch butterfly...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Día de Muertos (Celebrations & Festivals)

Día de Muertos (Celebrations & Festivals)

Written by Jaque Jours and Illustrated by Alejandra Ruiz

Discover the meaning of Dia de Muertos and learn how children all around the world celebrate this...

K - 2nd
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A Head Full of Colors

A Head Full of Colors

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Leandro Lassmar

Jean-Michel loves art and he loves New York City – so he decides to decorate the town in style!

You...

2nd - 3rd
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The Little Dragon book cover

The Little Dragon

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Arancha Perpiñan
The thrilling tale of Lee Jun Fon – the child superstar who became a kung fu legend.
2nd - 3rd
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Halloween (celebrations) book cover

Halloween (Celebrations & Festivals)

Written by Nancy Dickmann and Illustrated by Laura Borio

Experience the Fun and Meaning of Halloween and How It’s Celebrated Across the Globe!

It’s fall, and...

K - 2nd
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The Keeper of the Ball book cover

The Keeper of the Ball

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Patrick Camelo

The big kids wouldn’t let Edson play in their football team – so he started his own!

You can read...

2nd - 3rd
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The Unstoppable Girl

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Rócio Denarmen

The true story of a brilliant and colorful girl who wouldn’t let anything keep her down!

You can read...

2nd - 3rd
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Jane of the Apes

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Annada Menon

The true adventures of a little girl who loves animals of all kinds!

You can read this book for free...

2nd - 3rd
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The Unexpected Heroine

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Adam Pekalski

The true tale of a brave girl who fights for her country.

You can read this book for free on RIF’s...

2nd - 3rd
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Good Night Thoughts

Written by Max Greenfield and Illustrated by James Serafino

What do we do when we can't fall asleep? The child in this story has racing thoughts – funny, silly...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Our Favorite Day of the Year

Written by A.E. Ali and Illustrated by Rahele Jomepour Bell

Musa's feeling nervous about his first day of school. He's not used to being away from home and he...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Bob Marley (Little People, BIG DREAMS)

Written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara and Illustrated by Subi Bosa

Born to a Black mother and a white father, little Bob learned at a very young age that life could be...

K - 3rd
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I Want to Be a Doctor (I Can Read Level 1)

Written by Laura Driscoll and Illustrated by Catalina Echeverri

Doctors help sick and hurt people feel better. When little brother Jack hurts his foot, the family...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Lunar New Year (Celebrate the World)

Written by Hannah Eliot and Illustrated by Alina Chau

After the winter solstice each year, it’s time for a celebration with many names: Chinese New Year...

K - 3rd
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To Carnival!: A Celebration in Saint Lucia

Written by Baptiste Paul and Illustrated by Jana Glatt

The sights, sounds and tastes of vibrant Saint Lucia come to life in this cumulative tale of a girl...

Pre-K - 5th
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Let's Celebrate!: Special Days Around the World

Written by Kate DePalma and Illustrated by Martina Peluso

Experience the wonder of 13 holidays from around the world! From the Spring Festival in China to...

Pre-K - 5th
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Pride (Celebrations & Festivals)

Written by Eric Huang and Illustrated by Amy Phelps

Discover the joy and meaning of Pride, a very special celebration for LGBTQIA+ people and allies all...

K - 2nd
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Owl Babies

Written by Martin Waddell and Illustrated by Patrick Benson

The baby owls came out of their house,
and they sat on the tree and waited.
A big branch for Sarah, a...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Dumpling Day

Written by Meera Sriram and Illustrated by Inés de Antuñano

Do you know how many ways there are to enjoy delicious dumplings? Join ten families from different...

Pre-K - 4th
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Hooray for You!: A Positive Book to Build Self-Confidence in Kids

Written by Marianne Richmond

Look in the mirror.

Love who you see.

Stand tall.

Smile big.

Shout, "Hooray for me!"

A welcome...

Pre-K - 2nd
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The Land Knows Me: A Nature Walk Exploring Indigenous Wisdom

Written by Leigh Joseph and Illustrated by Natalie Schnitter

Through the Squamish language and cultural traditions, learn about Indigenous plant relationships...

1st - 6th
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Bugzee And The Bees

Written by Nocola Williams and Illustrated by Tyrus Goshay

Sage LOVES all kinds of bugs and insects…especially HONEYBEES! In fact, when he was a baby his first...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Harry Styles (Little People, BIG DREAMS)

Written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara and Illustrated by Lizzie Knott

From a young age, little Harry loved singing and performing, and he sparked joy in the hearts of his...

1st - 3rd

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