Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space RaceĮxplores the previously uncelebrated but pivotal contributions of NASA’s African American women mathematicians to America’s space program, describing how Jim Crow laws segregated them despite their groundbreaking successes.Īneel and his grandfather, Dada-ji, tell stories, use their imaginations, and make delicious roti, a traditional Indian flatbread. Includes a brief description of birth customs in different cultures. These books are best suited to readers ages 4-7.Ī child describes the various little dishes of dim sum that she and her family enjoy on a visit to a restaurant in Chinatown.Īn illustrated picture book autobiography in which award-winning author Yuyi Morales tells her own immigration story.Ī Navajo family welcomes a new baby into the family with love and ceremony, eagerly waiting for that first special laugh. This book list is designed to help with this learning and includes books from a variety of cultures that celebrate each one’s unique heritage. Learning about different cultures and why they are special prepares children to interact with others who may come from different backgrounds and do so from a place of respect and understanding. No matter where one lives, their unique heritage remains important and deserves to be celebrated! Whether or not it is officially recognized in a national month or day, heritage is vitally important to the complexity and depth of human society. 'About this title' may belong to another edition of this title.Every culture in the world has its own heritage and history. The textured paper, vibrant winter clothing, animals in their fur and feathers, and snowflake-decorated colored borders create a lively atmosphere for this memorable lesson in Chinese writing.” ― Booklist on In the Snow “As the characters begin to build on one another, children will be able to see and appreciate the pictorial nature of Chinese writing. It's a remarkably unified effort: everything works together to create a flawless picture book.” ― Publishers Weekly, starred review on At the Beach “Lee's mellow-hued collages feature a multicultural crowd of beach goers, while elaborate cut-outs grace the borders, echoing the fluid line of the Chinese characters. “Will steal the hearts of readers young and old.” ― School Library Journal, starred review on Won Ton

“ celebration of the child-pet bond.” ― Booklist, starred review on Won Ton “Perfect pussycat poetry.” ― Kirkus Reviews, starred review on Won Ton “.made to order for the summer storyhour crowd as well as quiet lapsits under a shady tree.” ― School Library Journal, starred

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