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  • Books About Joy Booklist
    Collection of 41 books: $676.95

    Nacho's Nachos

    The delicious true story of an inventive chef and the serendipitous events that led to the creation of the world's favorite snack--nachos!

    Where Fireflies Dance / Ahi, donde bailan las luciérnagas

    Bilingual English/Spanish. In her first book for children, award-winning author Lucha Corpi remembers her childhood growing up in Jáltipan, Mexico, where the moon hung low and the fireflies flickered in the night air.

    Summer of the Mariposas

    In this young adult retelling of The Odyssey, Odilia and her four sisters journey to Mexico to return a dead man to his family and encounter magical creatures along the way.

    On These Magic Shores

    Minerva must take care of her sisters after her mother's disappearance in this magical middle grade story that pairs perfectly with Peter Pan.

    Magic Like That

    In this celebration of Black Girl Magic, a young girl finds confidence and excitement in the versatility of her natural hair and the way her different hairstyles reflect the natural world.

    Zombies Don't Eat Veggies

    In this delightful debut by a talented husband-and-wife team, Mo Romero is a zombie with a deep, dark secret...

    Black All Around

    A young girl discovers all the wonderful and beautiful things around her that are black.

    Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match / Marisol McDonald no combina

    Mismatched and fabulous Marisol McDonald celebrates her Peruvian and Scottish heritage.
    Bilingual English/Spanish.

    The Hula-Hoopin' Queen

    A spunky African American girl has a hula-hooping competition with her friends in Harlem, and soon everyone in the neighborhood--young and old alike--joins in on the fun.

    The Happiest Tree

    Meena is excited about the class play, a new and improved version of Red Riding Hood.

    Kiyoshi's Walk

    Where do poems come from? This beautiful picture book about a young aspiring poet and his grandfather shows that the answer lies all around us--if we take the time to look.

    When the Shadbush Blooms

    A young Lenape Indian girl observes and reflects on the small, important ways her family today, and her ancestors generations before, celebrate the cycle of seasons.

    The Monster in the Mudball

    In this lower middle-grade mystery, Jin must hunt down the monster he accidentally freed, before it eats his baby brother.

    Julieta and the Diamond Enigma

    From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler meets Merci Suarez in this smart young middle-grade mystery about a diamond gone missing from the Louvre and the sweet and spunky girl who cracks the case.

    The Witch Owl Parliament

    Discover a graphic novel unlike any other--a brilliant steampunk reimagining of Frankenstein set in colonial Mexico.

    The Shadow Prince

    FIVE DEADLY TESTS, ONLY ONE SHADOW PRINCE

    In this middle grade solarpunk novel set in an alternate Egyptian universe, twelve-year-old Ash must compete and survive to become the shadow--and protector--of the prince.

    Rebel Seoul

    Pacific Rim meets Korean action dramas in this mind-blowing sci-fi novel set in New Seoul in the year 2199.

    Cat Girl's Day Off

    In this hilarious YA homage to Ferris Bueller's Chicago, Natalie must use her Talent of talking to cats to solve a high-profile celebrity kidnapping.

    Under My Hijab

    This lovely book from the author of Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns invites readers to understand and appreciate the hijab and the Muslim women who decide to wear it.

    Dreaming Up

    A picture book that connects great works of architecture to the ways children build and play.

    A Morning with Grandpa

    In this sweet, slice-of-life story, a curious and active Asian American girl spends the day learning tai chi from her grandfather, and in turn tries to teach him how to do yoga.

    There's No Base Like Home

    ESPN Major League Baseball analyst and two-time Olympic medalist Jessica Mendoza teams up with her sister Alana Mendoza Dusan for their first highly-illustrated novel for young readers, a Dork Diaries for sporty kids.

    Galápagos Girl / Galapagueña

    This charming bilingual English & Spanish picture book from the illustrator of Mango, Abuela, and Me introduces the fascinating creatures of the Galápagos Islands through the life of one very lucky girl.

    Drummer Boy of John John

    The perfect book for aspiring young drummers, where a young boy in Trinidad discovers he can create tunes on discarded metal tins, and goes on to win the Carnival band competition.

    Sunday Shopping

    Every Sunday night a young girl and her grandmother go on an imaginary shopping trip in this delightful picture book.

    Drum, Chavi, Drum! / ¡Toca, Chavi, Toca!

    Who says girls can't play drums? The beat of Chavi's congas livens up her entire neighborhood. When she's not picked to drum in Miami's Calle Ocho festival, she decides to do something about it!

    The Turtle Ship

    A young Korean boy named Sun-sin designs one of the greatest battleships in history and fulfills his dream of sailing the world.

    King for a Day

    Malik, a Pakistani boy who uses a wheelchair, is excited to compete in the annual kite-flying festival of Basant. Can his kite defeat the bully's and make him "King" of the festival?

    Summoning the Phoenix

    A collection of original poems about children learning to play traditional Chinese instruments in preparation for a performance, accompanied by factual information about each instrument.

    If I Were a Tree

    Two siblings journey into the woods in a tender story of branching out and new growth from acclaimed writer Andrea Zimmerman and New York Times bestselling illustrator Jing Jing Tsong.

    Laughing Tomatoes and Other Spring Poems

    Bilingual English/Spanish. From the imagination of poet Francisco X. Alarcón comes Laughing Tomatoes and Other Spring Poems, a playful and moving collection of twenty poems in English and Spanish.

    My Colors, My World / Mis colores, mi mundo

    Bilingual English/Spanish. An instant favorite, this beautiful bilingual board book follows Maya as she discovers all the colors in her world.

    What's the Most Beautiful Thing You Know About Horses?

    Author Richard Van Camp asks his friends and family, "What's the most beautiful thing you know about horses?"

    Sumo Joe

    In this sweet and funny story, Sumo Joe and his friends enjoy pretending to be sumo wrestlers. But when his little sister wants to join their boy-only game, what should Sumo Joe do?

    When Aidan Became a Brother

    This sweet and groundbreaking picture book, winner of the 2020 Stonewall Book Award, celebrates the changes in a transgender boy's life, from his initial coming-out to becoming a big brother.

    The Electric Slide and Kai

    Kai is the only member of his family who can't get the dance steps to the Electric Slide right. But Kai is determined to bust a move in this fun and sweet celebration of African American families.

    Maya's Blanket

    Bilingual English/Spanish. Based on a Yiddish folk song, a young girl's cherished baby blanket becomes old and worn over time and she finds new ways to use it as she grows up.

    A Space for Me

    Alex needs a break from his pesky little brother, Lucas, so he creates a space for himself, but soon realizes that he and Lucas need time together too.

    Hot, Hot Roti for Dada-ji

    Overflowing with family, food, and a tall stack of fun, Hot, Hot Roti for Dada-ji is sure to warm the heart and tickle the tummy. A fun way for children to learn about the cultural traditions and foods of India to be enjoyed by the whole family.

    Juna's Jar

    After Juna's best friend moves away, Juna, an imaginative Korean American girl, goes on magical adventures by way of her special kimchi jar.

    Family Poems for Every Day of the Week

    A bilingual poetry collection by the late Francisco X. Alarcón, acclaimed Chicano poet, celebrating the days of the week and everyday childhood experiences.

    Una colección bilingüe de poesía del difunto Francisco X. Alarcón, aclamado poeta chicano, que celebra los días de la semana y las experiencias cotidianas de la infancia.

  • Native American and Indigenous Booklist
    Collection of 37 books: $480.55

    Quiet Hero

    A biography of Ira Hayes, a Pima Indian who was one of the six soldiers to raise the United States flag on Iwo Jima during World War II, an event immortalized by Joe Rosenthal's Pulitzer Prize-winning photograph.

    Sky Dancers

    John Cloud's father is a steelworker building skyscrapers in New York City, far away from their home upstate on the Mohawk Reservation.

    Sharuko

    A fascinating bilingual picture book biography of Peruvian archaeologist and national icon Julio C. Tello, who unearthed Peru's ancient cultures and fostered pride in the country's Indigenous history.

    Stone River Crossing

    From the award-winning author of How I Became a Ghost, a tale of unlikely friendship and miracles. When Martha Tom helps Lil Mo and his family escape from the plantation across the river, it's just the beginning of a Choctaw adventure of a lifetime.

    The People Shall Continue

    Republished for its fortieth anniversary, this powerful story by renowned Acoma Pueblo poet and storyteller Simon J. Ortiz traces the history of Native / Indigenous people of North America from the time of creation to the present.

    The Woman Who Outshone the Sun / La mujer que brillaba aún más que el sol

    Bilingual English/Spanish. A legend of Lucia Zenteno, who is part of the oral history of the Zapotec Indians of Oaxaca, Mexico.

    This Land is My Land

    Through his own words and paintings, acclaimed Native artist George Littlechild takes us back in time to the first meeting between his Plains Cree ancestors and the first European settlers in North America.

    What's the Most Beautiful Thing You Know About Horses?

    Author Richard Van Camp asks his friends and family, "What's the most beautiful thing you know about horses?"

    Bowman's Store

    Bowman's Store gracefully weaves themes from Joseph Bruchac's intimate knowledge of Native American cultures with the scenes from the past that have shaped his life.

    Indian No More

    When Regina's Umpqua tribe is legally terminated and her family must relocate from Oregon to Los Angeles, she goes on a quest to understand her identity as an Indian despite being so far from home.

    Kiki's Journey

    Kiki and her parents travel back to the Taos Pueblo reservation where she was born to learn more about their Tiwa Indian heritage.

    Rattlesnake Mesa

    A true account of a spirited Native American girl's experiences growing up on a reservation and attending Phoenix Indian School in the 1920s, written in an engaging, unconventional style and accompanied by 38 dramatic photographs.

    The Story of All-Star Athlete Jim Thorpe

    This entry in the innovative "Story" line of chapter-book biographies focuses on Jim Thorpe, an exceptional athlete with natural talent and the first Native American to win an Olympic gold medal for the United States.

    Wolf Mark

    Luke King, whose father is a black-ops infiltrator, uses the skills his father taught him to figure out his family's paranormal secret and save his kidnapped father and his own friends.

    Killer of Enemies

    A post-Apocalyptic YA novel with a steampunk twist, based on an Apache legend.

    Trail of the Dead (Killer of Enemies #2)

    In this sequel to Killer of Enemies, Lozen and her family, on the run from the tyrants who once held them hostage, embark on a journey along a perilous trail once followed by her ancestors, where they meet friends and foes alike.

    Arrow of Lightning (Killer of Enemies #3)

    In the final installment of the Killer of Enemies series, Lozen attempts to live a life without the violence that so far has defined her life, but the remaining Ones will not let that happen without a fight.

    I Remember

    An outstanding celebration of diversity and family: fourteen poets and sixteen illustrators of diverse backgrounds share memorable childhood experiences and reflect upon their different heritages, traditions, and beliefs.

    At the Park

    A Mohawk boy visits the park and uses his five senses to discover the natural world around him.

    The Blue Roses

    A modern-day Native American girl learns to understand the cycle of life after her grandfather dies.

    Fancy Dance

    Joe is dancing the Fancy Dance at a powwow for the first time. He is nervous, but once the dance starts he knows just what to do.

    I Make Clay Pots

    A Pueblo girl learns the traditional art of making pottery from her grandmother.

    I'm Heading to the Rodeo

    On her way to school one morning, a young Native American girl gets a taste of the rodeo adventure she daydreams about.

    My Family

    A Cherokee girl learns traditional skills and customs from the members of her family.

    My Horse

    A Pueblo boy living on a reservation in New Mexico cares for and rides his horse.

    Living in an Igloo

    Meet a young Inuit girl and her family. Learn why they sometimes live in an igloo and what life in an igloo is like.

    Baby Rattlesnake / Viborita de Cascabel

    Bilingual English/Spanish. A Native American (Pawnee) tale of family love and forgiveness.

    Louis Sockalexis

    A biography of Louis Sockalexis, Penobscot Indian and the first Native American to play professional baseball, focusing on his formative years and culminating in an historic game at New York's Polo Grounds in 1897.

    Laundry Day

    Two Navajo children help their mom do the weekly wash at the laundromat.

    When the Shadbush Blooms

    A young Lenape Indian girl observes and reflects on the small, important ways her family today, and her ancestors generations before, celebrate the cycle of seasons.

    A Man Called Raven

    Blending past with present, the magical with the real,A Man Called Ravenis both a tribute to the wisdom of the raven and a positive reminder that we can all learn from nature.

    Bears Make Rock Soup

    In this collection of paintings and stories, painter Lisa Fifield and writer Lise Erdrich honor their Native American tradition in their own unique ways.

    Buffalo Song

    The story of Salish Indian Walking Coyote and his efforts to save the vanishing buffalo herds from extinction in the United States during the 1870s and 1880s.

    Crazy Horse's Vision

    The true story of the great Sioux warrior who, as a young boy, defies tradition and seeks a vision on his own in hopes of saving his people.

    Giving Thanks

    A traditional Iroquois celebration of the beauty and spirit of Mother Earth, as told by a contemporary Mohawk chief.

    Home to Medicine Mountain

    Two young Maidu Indian brothers sent to live at a government-run Indian residential school in California in the 1930s find a way to escape and return home for the summer.

    Jim Thorpe's Bright Path

    A biography of the legendary Native American Jim Thorpe (1888--1953), voted the Greatest Football Player and Greatest Athlete of the Half-Century by two AP polls, focusing on his early childhood and how school and sports shaped his future.


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