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Divonify provides workshops and training that address systemic racism, oppression, anti-Black racism and inclusive leadership. Here are their top picks for inclusive and diverse children's books.

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16 items

16 items

The Proudest Blue

The Proudest Blue

A Story of Hijab and Family

by Muhammad, Ibtihaj

Picture Book - 2019

Also available as an eAudiobook. With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It’s the start of ...Show more Also available as an eAudiobook. With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It’s the start of a brand new year and, best of all, it’s her older sister Asiya’s first day of hijab–a hijab of beautiful blue fabric, like the ocean waving to the sky. But not everyone sees hijab as beautiful, and in the face of hurtful, confusing words, Faizah will find new ways to be strong. Paired with Hatem Aly’s beautiful, whimsical art, Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad and Morris Award finalist S.K. Ali bring readers an uplifting, universal story of new experiences, the unbreakable bond between siblings, and of being proud of who you are. Show less

Also available as an eAudiobook. With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It’s the start of ...Show more Also available as an eAudiobook. With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It’s the start of a brand new year and, best of all, it’s her older sister Asiya’s first day of hijab–a hijab of beautiful blue fabric, like the ocean waving to the sky. But not everyone sees hijab as beautiful, and in the face of hurtful, confusing words, Faizah will find new ways to be strong. Paired with Hatem Aly’s beautiful, whimsical art, Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad and Morris Award finalist S.K. Ali bring readers an uplifting, universal story of new experiences, the unbreakable bond between siblings, and of being proud of who you are. Show less

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We Are Water Protectors

We Are Water Protectors

by Lindstrom, Carole

Picture Book - 2020

Also available as eBook and audiobook. Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues an urgent rallyi...Show more Also available as eBook and audiobook. Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues an urgent rallying cry to safeguard the Earth’s water from harm and corruption―a bold and lyrical picture book written by Carole Lindstrom and vibrantly illustrated by Michaela Goade. Water is the first medicine. It affects and connects us all . . . When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth And poison her people’s water, one young water protector takes a stand to defend Earth’s most sacred resource.” Show less

Also available as eBook and audiobook. Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues an urgent rallyi...Show more Also available as eBook and audiobook. Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues an urgent rallying cry to safeguard the Earth’s water from harm and corruption―a bold and lyrical picture book written by Carole Lindstrom and vibrantly illustrated by Michaela Goade. Water is the first medicine. It affects and connects us all . . . When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth And poison her people’s water, one young water protector takes a stand to defend Earth’s most sacred resource.” Show less

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Malaika's Costume

Malaika's Costume

by Hohn, Nadia L.

Picture Book - 2016

Also available as eBook. It’s the first Carnival since Malaika’s mother moved to Canada to work and provide for Malaika and her grandmother. Her mother pr...Show more Also available as eBook. It’s the first Carnival since Malaika’s mother moved to Canada to work and provide for Malaika and her grandmother. Her mother promised to send money for a costume, but no money arrives. How will Malaika dance in the parade? Leaving her house in tears, Malaika gets an idea… with her grandmother’s help she creates a rainbow peacock costume, and dances proudly in the parade. Show less

Also available as eBook. It’s the first Carnival since Malaika’s mother moved to Canada to work and provide for Malaika and her grandmother. Her mother pr...Show more Also available as eBook. It’s the first Carnival since Malaika’s mother moved to Canada to work and provide for Malaika and her grandmother. Her mother promised to send money for a costume, but no money arrives. How will Malaika dance in the parade? Leaving her house in tears, Malaika gets an idea… with her grandmother’s help she creates a rainbow peacock costume, and dances proudly in the parade. Show less

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Mango, Abuela, and Me

Mango, Abuela, and Me

by Medina, Meg

Picture Book - 2015

Mia’s abuela has left her sunny house with parrots and palm trees to live with Mia and her parents in the city. While they cook, Mia helps Abuela learn En...Show more Mia’s abuela has left her sunny house with parrots and palm trees to live with Mia and her parents in the city. While they cook, Mia helps Abuela learn English, and Mia learns some Spanish, too, but it’s still hard for Abuela to learn enough words to tell Mia her stories. Then Mia sees a parrot in the pet shop window and has the perfecto idea for how to help them all communicate a little better. Here is an endearing tale that speaks loud and clear about the love that binds families across the generations. Show less

Mia’s abuela has left her sunny house with parrots and palm trees to live with Mia and her parents in the city. While they cook, Mia helps Abuela learn En...Show more Mia’s abuela has left her sunny house with parrots and palm trees to live with Mia and her parents in the city. While they cook, Mia helps Abuela learn English, and Mia learns some Spanish, too, but it’s still hard for Abuela to learn enough words to tell Mia her stories. Then Mia sees a parrot in the pet shop window and has the perfecto idea for how to help them all communicate a little better. Here is an endearing tale that speaks loud and clear about the love that binds families across the generations. Show less

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Most Perfect You

Most Perfect You

by Simon, Jazmyn

Picture Book - 2022

Jazmyn Simon's debut is a moving love letter to children struggling to accept themselves inside and out—exactly as they are. This gorgeous picture book wa...Show more Jazmyn Simon's debut is a moving love letter to children struggling to accept themselves inside and out—exactly as they are. This gorgeous picture book was inspired by a conversation between the author and her daughter. After comparing herself to other little girls, Irie confides in her mama that she feels something is wrong with her, that she’s not perfect as she is. And so Irie’s mama tells the magical story of how Irie was intentionally and wonderfully made. In fact, Irie is made up of all her mother's favorite things: sparkling eyes, a bright smile, and a kind heart. Show less

Jazmyn Simon's debut is a moving love letter to children struggling to accept themselves inside and out—exactly as they are. This gorgeous picture book wa...Show more Jazmyn Simon's debut is a moving love letter to children struggling to accept themselves inside and out—exactly as they are. This gorgeous picture book was inspired by a conversation between the author and her daughter. After comparing herself to other little girls, Irie confides in her mama that she feels something is wrong with her, that she’s not perfect as she is. And so Irie’s mama tells the magical story of how Irie was intentionally and wonderfully made. In fact, Irie is made up of all her mother's favorite things: sparkling eyes, a bright smile, and a kind heart. Show less

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Mae Among the Stars

Mae Among the Stars

by Ahmed, Roda

Picture Book - 2018

Also available as eBook. When Little Mae was a child, she dreamed of dancing in space. She imagined herself surrounded by billions of stars, floating, gli...Show more Also available as eBook. When Little Mae was a child, she dreamed of dancing in space. She imagined herself surrounded by billions of stars, floating, gliding, and discovering. She wanted to be an astronaut. Her mom told her, “If you believe it, and work hard for it, anything is possible.” Little Mae’s curiosity, intelligence, and determination, matched with her parents’ encouraging words, paved the way for her incredible success at NASA as the first African American woman to travel in space. This book will inspire other young girls to reach for the stars, to aspire for the impossible, and to persist with childlike imagination. Show less

Also available as eBook. When Little Mae was a child, she dreamed of dancing in space. She imagined herself surrounded by billions of stars, floating, gli...Show more Also available as eBook. When Little Mae was a child, she dreamed of dancing in space. She imagined herself surrounded by billions of stars, floating, gliding, and discovering. She wanted to be an astronaut. Her mom told her, “If you believe it, and work hard for it, anything is possible.” Little Mae’s curiosity, intelligence, and determination, matched with her parents’ encouraging words, paved the way for her incredible success at NASA as the first African American woman to travel in space. This book will inspire other young girls to reach for the stars, to aspire for the impossible, and to persist with childlike imagination. Show less

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A Big Mooncake for Little Star

A Big Mooncake for Little Star

by Lin, Grace

Picture Book - 2018

Also available as a streaming video read along. Pat, pat, pat… Little Star’s soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake. Little Star loves the delicious Moonc...Show more Also available as a streaming video read along. Pat, pat, pat… Little Star’s soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake. Little Star loves the delicious Mooncake that she bakes with her mama. But she’s not supposed to eat any yet! What happens when she can’t resist a nibble? In this stunning picture book that shines as bright as the stars in the sky, Newbery Honor author Grace Lin creates a heartwarming original story that explains phases of the moon. Show less

Also available as a streaming video read along. Pat, pat, pat… Little Star’s soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake. Little Star loves the delicious Moonc...Show more Also available as a streaming video read along. Pat, pat, pat… Little Star’s soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake. Little Star loves the delicious Mooncake that she bakes with her mama. But she’s not supposed to eat any yet! What happens when she can’t resist a nibble? In this stunning picture book that shines as bright as the stars in the sky, Newbery Honor author Grace Lin creates a heartwarming original story that explains phases of the moon. Show less

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Counting on Katherine

Counting on Katherine

by Becker, Helaine

Book - 2018

This is the inspirational story of Katherine Johnson, a mathematician hired by NASA during the space race who calculated the flight path for NASA’s first ...Show more This is the inspirational story of Katherine Johnson, a mathematician hired by NASA during the space race who calculated the flight path for NASA’s first Apollo moon landing, and whose flightpath trajectory calculations brought Apollo 13’ s crew safely back home after an explosion threw them off course. Katherine was a groundbreaking African-American woman whose contributions were crucial to America's space program. Show less

This is the inspirational story of Katherine Johnson, a mathematician hired by NASA during the space race who calculated the flight path for NASA’s first ...Show more This is the inspirational story of Katherine Johnson, a mathematician hired by NASA during the space race who calculated the flight path for NASA’s first Apollo moon landing, and whose flightpath trajectory calculations brought Apollo 13’ s crew safely back home after an explosion threw them off course. Katherine was a groundbreaking African-American woman whose contributions were crucial to America's space program. Show less

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Lila et la corneille

Lila et la corneille

by Grimard, Gabrielle

Picture Book - 2017

French. Lila is new to town and can’t wait to make friends. But at school, a boy mocks her dark hair, skin and eyes. He calls her Crow. Lila is ashamed of...Show more French. Lila is new to town and can’t wait to make friends. But at school, a boy mocks her dark hair, skin and eyes. He calls her Crow. Lila is ashamed of being different and every day she tries to disguise herself, until a magical encounter with a crow shows her that her beauty lies in the differences she tries to hide. Show less

French. Lila is new to town and can’t wait to make friends. But at school, a boy mocks her dark hair, skin and eyes. He calls her Crow. Lila is ashamed of...Show more French. Lila is new to town and can’t wait to make friends. But at school, a boy mocks her dark hair, skin and eyes. He calls her Crow. Lila is ashamed of being different and every day she tries to disguise herself, until a magical encounter with a crow shows her that her beauty lies in the differences she tries to hide. Show less

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The Stone Thrower

The Stone Thrower

by Richardson, Jael Ealey

Book - 2016

Also available as eBook. African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up poor in a racially segregated community, but his mother assured him that edu...Show more Also available as eBook. African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up poor in a racially segregated community, but his mother assured him that education was the way out. In high school, his football coach believed he could be a great quarterback. Despite the racist taunts he faced while playing, Chuck maintained a remarkable level of dedication and determination. When discrimination continued to follow him, Chuck Ealey remained undefeated. Show less

Also available as eBook. African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up poor in a racially segregated community, but his mother assured him that edu...Show more Also available as eBook. African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up poor in a racially segregated community, but his mother assured him that education was the way out. In high school, his football coach believed he could be a great quarterback. Despite the racist taunts he faced while playing, Chuck maintained a remarkable level of dedication and determination. When discrimination continued to follow him, Chuck Ealey remained undefeated. Show less

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When I Was Eight

When I Was Eight

by Jordan-Fenton, Christy

Book - 2013

Also available as eBook and audiobook. Olemaun is eight and knows a lot of things. But she does not know how to read. Ignoring her father’s warnings, she ...Show more Also available as eBook and audiobook. Olemaun is eight and knows a lot of things. But she does not know how to read. Ignoring her father’s warnings, she travels far from her Arctic home to the outsiders’ school to learn. The nuns at the school call her Margaret. They cut off her long hair and force her to do menial chores, but she remains undaunted. Her tenacity draws the attention of a black-cloaked nun who tries to break her spirit at every turn. But the young girl is more determined than ever to learn how to read. Show less

Also available as eBook and audiobook. Olemaun is eight and knows a lot of things. But she does not know how to read. Ignoring her father’s warnings, she ...Show more Also available as eBook and audiobook. Olemaun is eight and knows a lot of things. But she does not know how to read. Ignoring her father’s warnings, she travels far from her Arctic home to the outsiders’ school to learn. The nuns at the school call her Margaret. They cut off her long hair and force her to do menial chores, but she remains undaunted. Her tenacity draws the attention of a black-cloaked nun who tries to break her spirit at every turn. But the young girl is more determined than ever to learn how to read. Show less

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Viola Desmond Won't Be Budged

Viola Desmond Won't Be Budged

by Warner, Jody

Book - 2010

Also available as ebook. In Nova Scotia, in 1946, an usher in a movie theatre told Viola Desmond to move from her main floor seat up to the balcony. She r...Show more Also available as ebook. In Nova Scotia, in 1946, an usher in a movie theatre told Viola Desmond to move from her main floor seat up to the balcony. She refused to budge. Viola knew she was being asked to move because she was black. After all, she was the only black person downstairs. All the other black people were up in the balcony. In no time at all, the police arrived and took Viola to jail. The next day she was charged and fined, but she vowed to continue her struggle against such unfair rules. She refused to accept that being black meant she couldn’t sit where she wanted. Show less

Also available as ebook. In Nova Scotia, in 1946, an usher in a movie theatre told Viola Desmond to move from her main floor seat up to the balcony. She r...Show more Also available as ebook. In Nova Scotia, in 1946, an usher in a movie theatre told Viola Desmond to move from her main floor seat up to the balcony. She refused to budge. Viola knew she was being asked to move because she was black. After all, she was the only black person downstairs. All the other black people were up in the balcony. In no time at all, the police arrived and took Viola to jail. The next day she was charged and fined, but she vowed to continue her struggle against such unfair rules. She refused to accept that being black meant she couldn’t sit where she wanted. Show less

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Our Diversity Makes Us Stronger

Our Diversity Makes Us Stronger

by Cole, Elizabeth

eAudiobook - 2022

If you want to teach your child to accept himself and others as they are, then this picture book about diversity will be your best assistant. It will help...Show more If you want to teach your child to accept himself and others as they are, then this picture book about diversity will be your best assistant. It will help your little ones to respect all the differences that make us unique. In this audiobook, our little hero named Nick will show your children that we all are different in many ways, and everyone is unique—which is great! Nicky is afraid that his friends will not accept him because of his new reading glasses. By talking to his peers on the way to school, he discovers the beauty of diversity and realizes that our diversity is actually our strength. Show less

If you want to teach your child to accept himself and others as they are, then this picture book about diversity will be your best assistant. It will help...Show more If you want to teach your child to accept himself and others as they are, then this picture book about diversity will be your best assistant. It will help your little ones to respect all the differences that make us unique. In this audiobook, our little hero named Nick will show your children that we all are different in many ways, and everyone is unique—which is great! Nicky is afraid that his friends will not accept him because of his new reading glasses. By talking to his peers on the way to school, he discovers the beauty of diversity and realizes that our diversity is actually our strength. Show less

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The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Born on the Water

by Hannah-Jones, Nikole

eBook - 2021

Also available as audiobook. A young student receives a family tree assignment in school, but she can only trace back three generations. Grandma gathers t...Show more Also available as audiobook. A young student receives a family tree assignment in school, but she can only trace back three generations. Grandma gathers the whole family, and the student learns that 400 years ago, in 1619, their ancestors were stolen and brought to America by white slave traders. But before that, they had a home, a land, a language. She learns how the people said to be born on the water survived. And the people planted dreams and hope, willed themselves to keep living. Show less

Also available as audiobook. A young student receives a family tree assignment in school, but she can only trace back three generations. Grandma gathers t...Show more Also available as audiobook. A young student receives a family tree assignment in school, but she can only trace back three generations. Grandma gathers the whole family, and the student learns that 400 years ago, in 1619, their ancestors were stolen and brought to America by white slave traders. But before that, they had a home, a land, a language. She learns how the people said to be born on the water survived. And the people planted dreams and hope, willed themselves to keep living. Show less

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Kindness Is My Superpower

Kindness Is My Superpower

A Children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion

by Ortego, Alicia

eAudiobook - 2021

Kindness is something anyone can learn: Give to others and ask nothing in return. Helping others is simply the best thing to do. When you are kind, kindness comes back to you. Kindness is something anyone can learn: Give to others and ask nothing in return. Helping others is simply the best thing to do. When you are kind, kindness comes back to you. Show less

Kindness is something anyone can learn: Give to others and ask nothing in return. Helping others is simply the best thing to do. When you are kind, kindness comes back to you. Kindness is something anyone can learn: Give to others and ask nothing in return. Helping others is simply the best thing to do. When you are kind, kindness comes back to you. Show less

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Harriet Tubman: Freedom Fighter

Harriet Tubman: Freedom Fighter

by Hohn, Nadia L.

eBook - 2018

Harriet Tubman was a brave woman who was born enslaved in Maryland in the 1800s. After risking everything to escape from her slave master and be free, Har...Show more Harriet Tubman was a brave woman who was born enslaved in Maryland in the 1800s. After risking everything to escape from her slave master and be free, Harriet went on to lead many people to freedom on a journey known today as the Underground Railroad. This book covers some of the amazing aspects of Tubman’s life: She led 13 escapes — all successful and at great personal risk — between 1850 and 1860. This book also covers some of the lesser-known amazing aspects of her life: during the Civil War, Harriet Tubman enlisted African American men to be soldiers. She served as a spy. and she led a battle under the command of a Union Army colonel! Show less

Harriet Tubman was a brave woman who was born enslaved in Maryland in the 1800s. After risking everything to escape from her slave master and be free, Har...Show more Harriet Tubman was a brave woman who was born enslaved in Maryland in the 1800s. After risking everything to escape from her slave master and be free, Harriet went on to lead many people to freedom on a journey known today as the Underground Railroad. This book covers some of the amazing aspects of Tubman’s life: She led 13 escapes — all successful and at great personal risk — between 1850 and 1860. This book also covers some of the lesser-known amazing aspects of her life: during the Civil War, Harriet Tubman enlisted African American men to be soldiers. She served as a spy. and she led a battle under the command of a Union Army colonel! Show less

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