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Hot, Hot Roti for Dada-ji

Written by Farhana Zia and Illustrated by Ken Min

Aneel's grandparents have come to stay, all the way from India. Aneel loves the sweet smell of his...

K - 5th
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All-of-a-Kind Family Hanukkah

Written by Emily Jenkins and Illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky

"The beloved All-of-a-Kind Family comes to life in a new format perfect for younger readers. Join...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Playing With Lanterns

Written by Wang Yage and Illustrated by Zhu Chengliang

Zhao Di and her friends are excited to go out at night with their paper lanterns and celebrate...

Pre-K - 2nd
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The Light Within You

Written by Namita Moolani Mehra

Diya is excited to be going to India for Diwali, the Festival of Lights. That means she’ll get to...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Fresh Juice

Written and Illustrated by Robert Liu-Trujillo

What makes a great juice that keeps everyone healthy? Art and his dad discover it takes carrots...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Anni Dreams of Biryani

Written by Namita Moolani Mehra and Illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat

The café across the street from Anni’s home in Little India makes the best biryani in the world...

K - 3rd
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Stolen Words

Written by melanie florence and Illustrated by Gabrielle Grimard

The story of the beautiful relationship between a little girl and her grandfather. When she asks her...

1st - 4th
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My Two Border Towns

Written by David Bowles and Illustrated by Erika Meza

Early one Saturday morning, a boy prepares for a trip to The Other Side/El Otro Lado. It's close-...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Mooncakes Mean Family

Written and Illustrated by Benson Shum

Jade and Crystal love the Mid-Autumn Festival because it means it’s time to make a tasty treat...

K - 2nd
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How We Say I Love You

Written by Nicole Chen and Illustrated by Lenny Wen

How do you tell your family that you love them? For Hana, love is all around her: Mom stirs love...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Tía Isa Wants A Car

Written by Meg Medina and Illustrated by Claudio Muñoz
While Tía Isa wants to save money for a car that will take the whole family to the beach, her niece does odd jobs for neighbors.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Snow Globe Wishes

Written by Erin Dealey and Illustrated by Claire Shorrock

As the worst snow storm of the year rolls in, one family hunkers down together in a cozy blanket...

K - 2nd
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When We Were Alone

Written by David Alexander Robertson and Illustrated by Julie Flett

A young girl notices things about her grandmother that make her curious. Why does her grandmother...

K - 3rd
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A Piece of Home

Written by Jeri Watts and Illustrated by Hyewon Yum

When Hee Jun’s family moves from Korea to West Virginia, he struggles to adjust to his new home. His...

K - 3rd
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The Memory Coat

Written by Elvira Woodruff and Illustrated by Michael Dooling

This moving story of a Jewish family's immigration to America from Russia may be jeopardized by a...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Our Table

Written and Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds

Celebrated, bestselling creator Peter H. Reynolds brings his signature touch of love and kindness to...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Grandma's Records

Written and Illustrated by Eric Velasquez

Every summer, Eric goes to live with his grandmother in El Barrio (Spanish Harlem) while his parents...

K - 3rd
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Sunrise Summer

Written by Matthew Swanson and Illustrated by Robbi Behr

When a girl and her family travel four thousand miles from home, it’s not your typical summer...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Paddington

Written by Michael Bond and Illustrated by R.W. Alley

Over fifty years ago, a small bear set out on the adventure of a lifetime. With nothing but a...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Mommy's Khimar

Written by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow and Illustrated by Ebony Glenn
The star of this sunny picture book is a young girl who finds joy in wearing her mother’s khimar...
Pre-K - 3rd
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A Different Pond

Written by Bao Phi and Illustrated by Thi Bui

A Different Pond is an unforgettable story about a simple event - a long-ago fishing trip. Graphic...

K - 4th
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The Ring Bearer

Written and Illustrated by Floyd Cooper
Jackson’s mama is getting married, and he gets to be the ring bearer. But Jackson is worried . ....
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Boy and the Whale

Written and Illustrated by Mordicai Gerstein
A boy and his father discover a whale tangled in their only fishing net. Is the whale dead? While...
Pre-K - 2nd
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How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You?

Written by Jane Yolen and Illustrated by Mark Teague
America's favorite dinosaurs are giving families a funny book, perfect for bedtime, story time...
Pre-K - 1st

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