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Ages 3–8
The Swirling HijaabNa'ima Bint Robert
A simple story about a young girl imagining all the things she can become while playing with her mother's hijab. There are many bilingual versions of this book with text in two different languages.
Ages 3–8
Ramadan MoonNa'ima B. Robert
Written and illustrated by Muslims, this is a book for all children who celebrate Ramadan and those in the wider communities who want to understand why this is such a special experience for Muslims.
Ages 3–8
Golden Domes and Silver LanternsHena Khan
In simple rhyming text a young Muslim girl and her family guide the reader through the traditions and colors of Islam. Full color.
Ages 3–8
Muslim Nursery RhymesMustafa Yusuf McDermott
Based on traditional English nursery rhymes, this collection encourages an awareness of Islamic values and develops a sense of Muslim self-confidence in young children.
Ages 3–8
Going To MeccaNa'ima B. Robert
This is a window on to a sacred journey for Muslims the world over - beautifully described and illustrated for younger children.
Ages 3–8
César: ¡Sí, Se Puede! Yes, We Can!Carmen T. Bernier-Grand
Poems and David Diaz’s illustrations trace César Chávez’s life and his fight for farmworkers. A Pura Belpré Honor that keeps the chant — sí, se puede — on the page.
Ages 3–8
Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar ChavezKathleen Krull
Yuyi Morales illustrates César Chávez from a shy boy in Arizona to the leader of a 300-mile march for farmworkers. Pura Belpré Honor.
Ages 3–8
My Diary from Here to There / Mi diario de aquí hasta alláAmada Irma Pérez
Amada records the family’s move from Mexico to California — worry, the journey, and the first nights in a new country. Bilingual. Pura Belpré Honor.
Ages 3–8
First Day in GrapesL. King Pérez
Chico, a child of migrant farmworkers, starts yet another new school in a grape-growing town and finds he can stand up for himself. Pura Belpré Honor.
Ages 3–8
Dear Primo: A Letter to My CousinDuncan Tonatiuh
Charlie in American city and Carlitos in a Mexican village write about their days — same cousins, different details. Mixtec-inspired art. Pura Belpré Honor.
Ages 3–8
Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote: A Migrant’s TaleDuncan Tonatiuh
When Papá Rabbit is late coming home from work up north, Pancho sets out and meets a coyote who offers help — for a price. Pura Belpré Honor for narrative and illustration.
Ages 3–8
Separate Is Never Equal: Sylvia Mendez & Her Family’s Fight for DesegregationDuncan Tonatiuh
Sylvia Mendez is turned away from the neighborhood school because she is Mexican American. Her family takes the fight to court — years before Brown v. Board. Pura Belpré Honor.
Ages 0–3
Little YouRichard Van Camp
A board-book love song to a new baby, with Julie Flett’s art. Short lines meant to be read in a lap.
Ages 0–3
We Sang You HomeRichard Van Camp
Parents tell a baby how they sang that child into the family. Van Camp and Flett again, this time about arrival and belonging.
Ages 3–8
Shanyaak'utlaax: Salmon BoyJohnny Marks, Hans Chester, David Katzeek, and Nora Dauenhauer
A Tlingit story of a boy who learns respect for salmon, illustrated by Michaela Goade. Sealaska Heritage.
Ages 3–8
All Around UsXelena González
A grandfather shows a child the circles in gardens, family, and time. Adriana M. Garcia’s art. American Indian Youth Literature Honor.
Ages 3–8
Caribou Song / Atihko OonagamoonTomson Highway
Two Cree brothers follow the caribou and sing. English and Cree, with John Rombough’s illustrations.
Ages 0–3
Welcome Song for BabyRichard Van Camp
A blessing for a newborn — community, land, and the child who just arrived. Orca board book.
Ages 3–8
Fishing with GrandmaSusan Avingaq and Maren Vsetula
Adventure begins when Grandma takes her two grandchildren out for a trip to the lake. After showing the kids how to prepare for a fishing trip, Grandma and the kids enjoy a day of jigging in the ice for fish. Grandma shows them everything they need to know to complete a successful fishing trip, from what clothes to wear, to how to drill and clear holes in the ice, to how to make a traditional Inuit jigging rod. By the end of the day, the kids have a yummy meal of Arctic char, and they have also learned everything they need to know to go out on the lake on their own.
Ages 3–8
Kamik Joins the PackDarryl Baker
Jake wants his puppy Kamik to grow into a sled dog. Uncle’s lessons, Qin Leng’s drawings. Inhabit Media.
Ages 3–8
Bowwow PowwowBrenda J. Child
Windy Girl dozes at a powwow and dreams the dancers as dogs — funny, then back to the real drum. Ojibwe. Minnesota Historical Society Press.
Ages 3–8
Jingle DancerCynthia Leitich Smith
Jenna wants to jingle dance at the next powwow but her dress has no jingles. Neighbors and aunties help, one row at a time. Muscogee (Creek).
Ages 3–8
Meet LydiaMiranda Belarde-Lewis
A photo portrait of Lydia Mills, a Tlingit girl in Southeast Alaska, from the National Museum of the American Indian “Young Native Americans Today” series.
Ages 3–8
Meet MindySusan Secakuku
A photo portrait of Mindy, a Hopi girl, from the NMAI “Meet Native America” series.
