Books like Divali
Award winning
Holi (World of Festivals)
Dilip Kadodwala, Dilip Kaodowale, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant Holi festival through engaging narrative.
Illustrates cultural diversity and tradition.
Encourages understanding of global celebrations.
Colorful illustrations captivate and educate young readers.

Holi (World of Festivals)
Dilip Kadodwala, Dilip Kaodowale, 1997
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.

Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.

Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Award winning
The Marvellous Sugee Cake
Hong Shin Quek, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through delightful storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with unique words and phrases.
Builds empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative structure.

The Marvellous Sugee Cake
Hong Shin Quek, 2021
Award winning
My Town / Mi Pueblo
Nicholas Solis, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Bilingual storytelling enhances language development.
Culturally diverse settings broaden children's worldviews.
Engaging illustrations capture attention, foster imagination.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

My Town / Mi Pueblo
Nicholas Solis, 2022
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.

Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.

My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and family bonds.
Encourages self-expression and confidence through relatable storytelling.
Illustrations enhance comprehension and engagement.
Supports emotional development and inclusivity.
