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The following booklists for children and young adults are organized by topic so that they can easily be used all year long and across the curriculum. Many books on our recommended lists are bilingual or are available in Spanish. To see related books for older readers, see our Hispanic Heritage booklists for middle grades and young adults. For more great titles organized by age and topic, see the Colorín Colorado Book Finder! Image: Merci Suárez Changes Gears by Meg Medina, Winner of the 2019 Newbery Medal Author and illustrator Maya Christina Gonzalez talks about why it is so important for all children to see themselves in books and have access to diverse books as they grow.

She also shares her story "My Colors, My World/Mis colores, mi mundo" with young readers. This video was filmed before the COVID-19 pandemic at a family outreach event organized by the American Federation of Teachers and local and state affiliates in Daly City, CA. These booklists for children celebrate a wide range of cultures, languages, and experiences. They are perfect for read-alouds and bedtime stories, as well as for author studies! You can also get to know some of the featured authors in our Meet the Authors section. To see our large selection of titles representing cultural diversity, take a look at the following sections:

The following booklists include some of our favorite titles for children and young adults, representing a wide range of cultures and languages. In addition, you can watch video interviews with a number of the authors and illustrators who are featured in our Meet the Authors section and browse our books for educators in the Professional Booklists... These booklists and interviews were created with the generous support of our founding partner, the American Federation of Teachers, and the National Education Association. Note: The links to Amazon.com provide more information about each book. If you choose to buy a book from Amazon, part of the sale will support this project. Thank you!

These multicultural booklists for young children introduce a wide range of concepts, themes, and activities and feature a diverse range of children and families. The 40+ booklists are organized by topic/theme, and many of the books are available in bilingual editions or in multiple languages. It's important for children and teens to have access to books that reflect their experiences, as well as the experiences of their classmates. Take a look at our booklists and recommended resources, as well as Using Diverse Books with ELLs: A Guide for Educators. It's important for children and teens to have access to books that reflect their experiences, as well as the experiences of their classmates. Take a look at our booklists and author interviews to learn more about books representing diverse cultures and backgrounds, along with guidelines for selecting appropriate titles for libraries and classrooms.

Cover Image: Book Fiesta by Pat Mora. Illustration by Rafael López. This guide offers numerous practical resources and tips for finding books for ELLs, as well as ideas on how to expand access to diverse books for all students. Book award lists are a great source for new titles, particularly when looking for titles that reflect new perspectives. Here are some of the leading awards in the field chosen by experts committees that include librarians, authors, and educators. Latino/Latin American/Caribbean Experience

Turn to these trusted organizations for more recommendations and advice on choosing the best in children’s literature. In addition to taking advantage of these booklists, NEA recommends that you seek out your school librarian or the children’s librarian at your local public library. Librarians work incredibly hard to keep up with what’s new and awesome in children’s literature. Ask them for recommendations, especially for great books to read aloud. Learn more about the ways you can use books about immigration in the classroom and where to find recommended titles about this complex topic. This article is part of our guide to using diverse books with ELLs.

Image: Lost and Found Cat: The True Story of Kunkush's Incredible Journey by Doug Kuntz and Amy Shrodes Books can be a powerful doorway into a topic that is complex and highly personal, such as immigration. They can serve as mirrors for students who see their experiences reflected and validated; they can also serve as windows for other students (and adults) who gain a new perspective, some background knowledge, and... As Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop, who created the “windows and mirrors” metaphor, says, “When lighting conditions are just right, however, a window can also be a mirror. Literature transforms human experience and reflects it back to us, and in that reflection, we can see our own lives and experiences as part of the larger human experience.”

Here are some ideas for using books related to immigration in the classroom, as well as recommended booklists for children's and young adults.

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