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It Takes A Village

Written and Illustrated by Jane Cowen-Fletcher

In a story based on the West African proverb, "It takes a whole village to raise a child," a young...

K - 3rd
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Paletero Man/¡Qué Paletero tan Cool!

Written by Lucky Diaz and Illustrated by Micah Player

Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all!

What’s the best way to...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Dream Street

Written by Tricia Elam Walker and Illustrated by Ekua Holmes

Welcome to Dream Street--the best street in the world!  Jump rope with Azaria--can you Double Dutch...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Magic Trash: A Story of Tyree Guyton and His Art

Written by J.H. Shapiro and Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton

Vacant lots. Abandoned houses. Trash--lots of trash. Heidelberg Street was in trouble!

Tyree Guyton...

K - 3rd
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Bilal Cooks Daal

Written by Aisha Saeed and Illustrated by Anoosha Syed
Six-year-old Bilal introduces his friends to his favorite dish—daal!—in this charming picture book that showcases the value of patience, teamwork, community, and sharing.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Green Green: A Community Gardening Story

Written by Marie Lamba

Green grass is wide and fresh and clean for a family to play in, and brown dirt is perfect for...

1st - 2nd
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Rooftop Garden

Written by Danna Smith and Illustrated by Pati Aguilera

A group of city friends work diligently together to grow herbs and vegetables in a rooftop garden...

Pre-K - 2nd
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A Kids Book About Community

Written by Shane Feldman

We’re all part of a community even if we don’t know it yet. Community is about action, about sharing...

K - 8th
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Hello, Mandarin Duck!

Written by Bao Phi and Illustrated by Dion MBD
Twins Hue and Hoa are excited for the May Day parade! While waiting at the park for the parade to...
Pre-K - 2nd
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Kamala and Maya's Big Idea

Written by Meena Harris and Illustrated by Ana Ramirez Gonzalez
A beautiful, empowering picture book about two sisters who work with their community to effect...
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Hula-Hoopin' Queen

Written by Thelma Lynne Godin and Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
A spunky African American girl has a hula-hooping competition with her friends in Harlem, and soon...
K - 5th
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A is for Anacostia

Written by Dr. Courtney Davis
A colorful, rhyming children's book that highlights all of the wonderful adventures, historic sites...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Thank You, Omu!

Written by Oge Mora

Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow...

Pre-K - 3rd
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A Good Night Walk

Written by Elisha Cooper
As a child and parent walk down the block to the bay and turn to walk back home, evening falls upon the neighborhood.
Pre-K - 1st
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The Paperboy

Written and Illustrated by Dav Pilkey
In the still before dawn, while the rest of the world is sleeping, a boy and his dog leave the...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Little Critter: This Is My Town

Written and Illustrated by Mercer Mayer

Welcome to Critterville!

Little Critter® shares what he knows about his neighbors and the places to...

K - 2nd
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Yes I Can!: A Girl and Her Wheelchair

Written by Kendra J. Barrett, Jacqueline B. Toner and and Claire A. B. Freeland and Illustrated by Violet Lemay
Like many kids her age, Carolyn loves animals, castles, and building with blocks. She helps out her...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Hildie Bitterpickles

Written by Robin Newman and Illustrated by Chris Ewald
Hildie Bitterpickles is a witch who needs her sleep. Her quiet neighborhood has been turned upside...
Pre-K - 3rd
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My Big Barefoot Book of French and English Words

Written by Barefoot Books and Illustrated by Sophie Fatus
A bilingual first words collection with a twist: this unique book combines storytelling with English...
Pre-K - 1st
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My Big Barefoot Book of Spanish and English Words

Written by Barefoot Books and Illustrated by Sophie Fatus
A bilingual first words collection with a twist: this unique book combines storytelling with English...
Pre-K - 1st
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My Big Barefoot Book of Wonderful Words

Written by Barefoot Books and Illustrated by Sophie Fatus
Follow a bustling family through their busy day! Each scene is teeming with people, places and...
Pre-K - 1st
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Say Hello!

Written and Illustrated by Rachel Isadora
Carmelita loves to greet everyone in her colorful neighborhood. There are people from so many...
Pre-K - 1st
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The Big Orange Splot

Written by Daniel Manus Pinkwater
When a seagull drops a can of orange paint on his neat house, Mr. Plumbean gets an idea that affects...
Pre-K - 2nd
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Barefoot Books Children of the World

Written by Tessa Strickland and Kate DePalma and Illustrated by David Dean
Innovative and inclusive, Barefoot Books Children of the World empowers young readers to learn about...
K - 6th

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