Multi-Cultural Reading for Kids
Mai's áo dài
Author(s):
Nguyễn, Thái, 1980-
Ho, Dung,
Description:
It's the morning of Tet, and Mai can't wait to celebrate at her beloved grandmother's home. With the perfect dress: a poofy, sparkly Cinderella dress that makes Mai look like the movie star she dreams of being! But when Mai's father suggests that she wears an áo dài, a traditional Vietnamese outfit, to her Ba Noi's party, Mai is disappointed. Stars don't wear áo dài she thinks. Then Ba tells her the story of a true star, her very own Ba Noi, who sewed beautiful, highly sought-after áo dài, Vietnam and brought her magic with her when she immigrated to the United States.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
E Ngu
Mixed feelings
Author(s):
Description:
"This exploration of mixed and wide-ranging emotions is presented in illustrated vignettes and beautifully articulate text. Each spread portrays a specific scenario involving a child and a phrase that reminds readers (young and old) that not all feelings can be summed up in a single word, or occur singularly. The text "Mostly happy but a little sad" accompanies a child leaving for the beach, but waving goodbye to his dog. "Like I'm trying hard to have fun" shows a child at a loud party, covering their ears. In her trademark style and funny-because-it's-real approach, Finck has created a deeply insightful book on feelings that validates the way we all experience the world"--
Format:
Book
Call Number:
E Fin
Night : a children's fable
Author(s):
Jumbe, Katherine L.
Dixon, Shana,
Description:
"Even long ago, there was day and night. The day was full of light and warmth, and people and animals alike rejoiced in the rays of the sun. But what happens when people get greedy and take the Night for granted? What will become of the Earth and those who dwell upon it?"-- Provided by publisher.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
E Jum
Gabby Torres gets a billion followers
Author(s):
Description:
"Gabby Torres is nine years old and ready to conquer the world. She's already joined the Sea Musketeers, the environmental protection club founded by her idol, Stella Díaz, and plans to be their best (and youngest) member ever. Gabby's latest and greatest idea: start a social media page for her club. But her parents think she's too young! Nothing stops Gabby though...until some online meanies get her in some serious trouble! But she's totally got everything under control all on her own. Right?" -- Amazon.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Dom
Aloha, Kanani
Author(s):
Description:
When Kanani's cousin from New York comes to Hawaii for a visit, Kanani is excited to show her what life is like in a friendly Hawaiian town, but Rachel's homesickness and a silly mistake threatens to ruin their friendship.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Yee
Why we eat fried peanuts
Author(s):
Zha, Mengyi,
James, Sian,
Description:
Celebrate Lunar New Year through a story of ancestral bravery while learning about Chinese history, language and food. Join Meng, a Chinese American girl, as she prepares for the Lunar New Year festivities with her family and discovers the significance of ancestral stories and the history behind the Mandarin language and traditional foods eaten during the holiday. Meng's father shares with her the family story of tai nai nai, Meng's great-grandmother and a very important ancestor for the family. Tai nai nai's brave act of courage many years ago inspired generations after and teaches valuable lessons that every child can learn from today. Along the way, see how food plays an important role in the festivities and why one food - peanuts - is an important snack. The simple recipe for fried peanuts at the end of the story provides a fun, easy way to include the Lunar New Year in your annually celebrated holidays.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
E Zha
Stories of the spirit of justice
Author(s):
Description:
We are living in the Civil Rights Movement of our day. But the challenges of the present call us to remember the past. Throughout American history, there has always been a small but resilient group of people who, motivated by their faith, resisted oppression and pushed for greater equality and liberty for all. From well-known figures like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman, to those time has nearly forgotten, all of these people tapped into an abiding spirit of justice to pursue the dignity of all people.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 323.11 Tis
As you wish
Author(s):
Description:
After feelings for her best friend Deve become complicated, thirteen-year-old African American Birdie makes a wish with a West African trickster god that goes awry. (2/4)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Jon
Sister friend
Author(s):
Thompkins-Bigelow, Jamilah
Maydani, Shahrzad
Description:
Ameena feels invisible. Ever since she arrived at her new school, kids look at her like she's something strange. Is it because of the twists in her hair or her brown skin? Then, one day, there's a new new girl in class. Ameena wants to be her friend, but she can't seem to find the right words--until one day, when the girls find the words together.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
E Tho
Insha'Allah, no, maybe so
Author(s):
Roumani, Rhonda
Aserr, Olivia,
Description:
"Ranya gets frustrated when her mom just says "Insha'allah" whenever Ranya asks for something, but as the two talk, both Ranya and mom realize Insha'allah means so much more."--Publisher's website.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
E Rou
Blended
Author(s):
Draper, Sharon M. (Sharon Mills)
Description:
Piano-prodigy Isabella, eleven, whose black father and white mother struggle to share custody, never feels whole, especially as racial tensions affect her school, her parents both become engaged, and she and her stepbrother are stopped by police.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Dra
Eagle song
Author(s):
Bruchac, Joseph, 1942-
Andreasen, Dan,
Description:
Overview: Danny Bigtree's family has moved to a new city, and Danny can't seem to fit in. He's homesick for the Mohawk reservation, and the kids in his class tease him about being an Indian--the thing that makes Danny most proud. Can he find the courage to stand up for himself?
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Bru
Takedown
Author(s):
Description:
Told in separate voices, sixth-graders Mikayla, a wrestler like her brothers, and Lev, part of the Fearsome Threesome, become good wrestling partners and friends, but there can be only one winner at the State competition.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Sho
The red pencil
Author(s):
Pinkney, Andrea Davis
Evans, Shane,
Description:
"After her tribal village is attacked by militants, Amira, a young Sudanese girl, must flee to safety at a refugee camp, where she finds hope and the chance to pursue an education in the form of a single red pencil and the friendship and encouragement of a wise elder"--Provided by publisher.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Pin
