Celebrates being Bold, All Bliss Boy, All Bad Boy Beast, Boy Running, Boy Jumping, Boy Sitting Down, and being in Love With Being a Boy.
Positive Self-Identity
by bell hooks, illustrated by Chris Raschka
0786808144
2002
by Charlotte Watson Sherman, Illustrated by Akem
9781635921380
2020
When a little girl has doubts about the color of her skin, her mother shows her all the wonderful, beautiful things brown can be! This message of self-love and acceptance uses rich, dreamy illustrations to celebrate the color using all the senses: sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing
by Charles R. Smith, Jr.
0786806222
2000
Illustrations and rhyming text describe babies.
by Tomson Highway, illustrated by John Rombough
1897252617
2013
When Joe and Cody sing and dance for the caribou, something unexpected happens. A bilingual book in English and Cree.
by Mechal Renee Roe
1984895575
2020
In this affirming book, written with Black boys as its main audience, Roe offers positive images of Black boys sporting different hairstyles that extend beyond afros and fade haircuts.
by Derrick Barnes, illustrated by Gordan C. James
9781572842243
2017
Celebrates the magnificent feeling that comes from walking out of a barber shop with newly-cut hair.
by Nicola Campbell, Illustrated by Julie Flett
1566560411
2018
Set in the Nicola Valley, British Columbia, in Canada's westernmost province, a First Nations family goes on an outing to forage for herbs and mushrooms. A grandmother passes down her knowledge of plant life and the natural world to her young grandchildren.
by Kevin Noble Maillard, Illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal
9781626727465
2019
Using illustrations that show the diversity in Native America and spare poetic text that emphasizes fry bread in terms of provenance, this volume tells the story of a post-colonial food that is a shared tradition for Native American families all across the North American continent. Includes a recipe and an extensive author note that delves into the social ways, foodways, and politics of America's 573 recognized tribes.
by Angela Johnson, illustrated by Nina Crews
9781541557772
2020
Empower young readers to embrace their individuality, reject societal limitations, and follow their dreams. This inspiring picture book brings together a poem by acclaimed author Angela Johnson and Nina Crews's distinctive photocollage illustrations to celebrate girls of color.
by Matthew A. Cherry, illustrated by Vashti Harrison
9780525553366
2019
A little girl's daddy steps in to help her arrange her curly, coiling, wild hair into styles that allow her to be her natural, beautiful self. Bonus: watch the animated short!
by Ashok Banker, Illustrated by Sandhya Prabhat
1911373943
2020
Beginning with a child sporting exuberant puffball pigtails and broadening into a community of brown-skinned children, the figures in this joyful picture book love the skin they're in.
by Grace Byers, illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo
9780062667120
2018
This gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another comes from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo. (picture book)
by Derrick Barnes, Illustrated by by Gordan C. James
0525518770
forthcoming, September 2020
The confident Black narrator of this book is proud of everything that makes him who he is. He's got big plans, and no doubt he'll see them through--as he's creative, adventurous, smart, funny, and a good friend.
by Sandra L. Pinkney, photographs by Myles C Pinkney
0316160091
2007
Use your senses and you will see,
there is beauty in everything.
In this celebration of Latino children, Myles Pinkney's joyous photographs and Sandra Pinkney's buoyant text showcase traditional food, music, and more through each of the five senses. From dancing the salsa and the tango to smelling delicious empanadas and mouthwatering tamales, to treasuring time with family members and even learning Spanish words and phrases along the way, this is the perfect way to celebrate Latino culture.
By Karamo Brown and Jason “Rachel” Brown, Illustrated by Anoosha Syed
9781250232212
2019
A father and son share a day in the city and a conversation about what they love about each other.
by Grace Byers, Illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo
9780062667137
2020
From the New York Times bestselling creators of I Am Enough comes an empowering follow-up that celebrates every child's limitless potential. I Believe I Can is an affirmation for boys and girls of every background to love and believe in themselves.
by Joshunda Sanders, Illustrated by Charly Palmer
1644420015
2020
I Can Write the World follows Ava as she explores her vibrant South Bronx neighborhood - buildings whose walls boast gorgeous murals of historical figures as well as intricate, colorful street art, the dozens of different languages and dialects coming from the mouths of passersby, the many types of music coming out of neighbors' windows and passing cars. In reporting how the music and art and culture of her neighborhood reflect the diversity of the people of New York City, Ava shows the world as she sees it, revealing to children the power of their own voice.
by Theresa Thorn, Illustrated by Noah Grigni
9781250302953
2019
A picture book that introduces the concept of gender identity to the youngest reader from writer Theresa Thorn and illustrator Noah Grigni. Some people are boys. Some people are girls. Some people are both, neither, or somewhere in between. This sweet, straightforward exploration of gender identity will give children a fuller understanding of themselves and others. With child-friendly language and vibrant art, It Feels Good to Be Yourself provides young readers and parents alike with the vocabulary to discuss this important topic with sensitivity.
by Cynthia Leitich Smith
068816241X
2000
Jenna, a member of the Muscogee, or Creek, Nation, borrows jingles from the dresses of several friends and relatives so that she can perform the jingle dance at the powwow. Includes a note about the jingle dance tradition and its regalia.
by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
9780525582090
2020
There are all kinds of girls! Girls who feel happy, sad, scared, powerful; girls who love their bodies and girls who don't; country girls, city girls; girls who love their mom and girls who wish they had a daddy. With bright portraits in vibrant colors and unique patterns and fabrics, this book invites you to find yourself within its pages.
by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
9781534400597
2018
A young Muslim girl puts on a head scarf and not only feels closer to her mother, she also imagines herself as a queen, the sun, a superhero, and more.
by Langston Hughes, photographs by Charles R. Smith Jr.
9781416935407
2009
Hughes's spare yet eloquent tribute to his people has been cherished for generations. Now, acclaimed photographer Smith interprets this beloved poem in vivid sepia photographs that capture the glory, the beauty, and the soul of being a black American today.
by Ashley Franklin, Illustrated by Ebony Glenn
9780062798602
2019
Tameika is excited to audition for the school's Snow White musical, but when she overhears her classmates say she is too tall, chubby, and brown to play Snow White, she questions whether she is right for the part.
by Zetta Elliott, Illustrated by Noa Denmon
0374307415
forthcoming, July 2020
From award-winning author Zetta Elliott and rising star illustrator Noa Denmon comes a beautiful #OwnVoices poetic picture book about a brown child discovering and accepting their emotional landscape.
by Ibtihaj Muhammad
9780316519007
2019
Faizah relates how she feels on the first day her sister, sixth-grader Asiya, wears a hijab to school.