Kids Book Index
Zainab Khan, illustrated by Nabila Adani
Noura goes out after dusk with her family, eager to spot the new moon. Its appearance marks the beginning of Eid ul-Fitr celebrations, and Noura waits hopefully for it to come into view. The story follows her anticipation as her family watches the evening sky for the crescent moon that signals the holiday’s arrival.
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Seeker of Truth: Kailash Satyarthi’s Fight to End Child LaborSrividhya Venkat, illustrated by Danica da Silva PereiraThis biography follows Kailash Satyarthi’s lifelong opposition to child labor and exploitation. As a child, he collected money to help children living in poverty attend school. In his teens, he challenged caste discrimination by eating with people labelled “untouchable.” As an adult, his work for education and against child labor helped free hundreds of thousands of children around the world. In 2014, he shared the Nobel Peace Prize with Malala Yousafzai.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
We Are Golden: 27 Groundbreakers Who Changed the WorldEva Chen, illustrated by Sophie DiaoWe Are Golden introduces 27 people of Asian descent whose work has made an impact across history and the present day. Its subjects include actor Sandra Oh, politician Patsy Mink, martial artist Bruce Lee, and figure skater Michelle Kwan. The book places Asian-descended people in artistic work, science, and athletics, presenting examples from varied fields rather than a single profession or era.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Rainbow Allies: The True Story of Kids Who Stood against HateNancy Churnin, illustrated by Izzy EvansThis true story follows a lesbian couple whose Pride flag is stolen and whose porch is egged, leaving them uncertain about their safety and belonging in their community. Support comes from the neighborhood’s children. The children work together on a plan to show Cari and Lauri that they are valued. The book centers on young people responding to anti-LGBTQ hate with allyship and community action.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details