Kids Book Index
Eva Chen, illustrated by Sophie Diao
Throughout history and to this day, people of Asian descent have been at the forefront of artistic brilliance, scientific advancement, and athletic excellence.From Sandra Oh to Patsy Mink, Bruce Lee to Michelle Kwan, We Are Golden—written by Eva Chen and illustrated by Sophie Diao, the New York Times bestselling team behind I…
Before the Ships: The Birth of Black ExcellenceMaisha OsoBefore the Ships is a powerful and poetic celebration of the early roots of Black history. The great achievements and accomplishments across Africa prior to the Transatlantic slave trade are told through melodious text and evocative illustrations, that culminate into the strength and resilience of modern-day Black people.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Beam Of Light: The Story of the First White House MenorahElisa Boxer, illustrated by Sofia MooreThe first piece of Judaica in the White House's permanent holiday collection was introduced for Hanukkah in 2022. This lovely picture book tells the history and importance of its creation.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
What Makes Us HumanVictor D.O. Santos, illustrated by Anna Forlati"How do you go from a bunch of cells to something that can think?" This question, asked by the 9-year-old son of one of the authors, speaks to a puzzle that lies at the heart of this book.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details