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During a trip to the zoo, an African American girl tries to convince her mother to get her an exotic pet.

An African American boy's family lovingly piles so much clothing on him that he quickly goes from feeling cold to feeling hot.

An African American boy and his extended family have a fun-filled reunion in the park.

From saying goodbye to Mom to finding a new friend, a young Latino boy experiences a range of emotions on his very first day of school.

There are so many kinds of shoes.

Which ones are the best?

This book tells you about some of the ingredients that can be used to make a yummy soup.

It's a celebration of sound when a group of neighborhood children gather on a stoop to play their instruments.

A young Asian American boy and his mother see all kinds of animals in the pond. But there's something else the boy sees in the pond too-his own reflection!

An African American girl scores for her team by hitting a home run.

A group of Cuban American children gather one-by-one on a snowy day, adding up to a great big snowball fight.

On her way to the park, an African American girl sizes up herself and the world around her.

A Mexican American girl and her mother go to the outdoor market and buy an array of colorful items.

With a cardboard box and a little imagination, Flora creates a world of fun. Whether she's in, under, or next to the box, her ideas have no limits-but the box does!

See how a young boy

goes through his busy day,

hour by hour.

A celebration of the many different ways a multiracial group of seven friends braid their hair.

Three African American boys find, pick, and eat a perfect juicy peach.

An African American girl wonders throughout the week when her loose front tooth will come out.

An African American boy experiences the excitement of his very first train ride with his parents.

Inspired by his box of animal crackers, a Latino boy daydreams about the exotic animals he would give to his family and friends.

A Latina girl scores a goal in an after-school game of soccer with her friends.

A fun rhythmic story that encourages children to tap, snap, swing, and sway, to the jazzy musical beat.

From sunrise to sunset, an African American boy spends an activity-filled summer day helping his family on their farm.

Have you ever been to a wedding? This book tells you some of the things you will see there.

You can see many things at the beach, but you also need to be careful about something you may not see!

Chinese New Year is here.

Come along to the Golden Dragon Parade.

A Chinese American girl takes the bus to school and greets her friends, one by one, at each stop.

Meet a boy who is not afraid of anything, not even monsters!

A boy dresses himself to go to school. Find out what he puts on each day.

A group of girls and boys have fun taking turns jumping rope on the playground.

A boy helps his dad with many chores. This book tells you what they do together.

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

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

Lots of animals live on Uncle Peter's farm. This book tells you about some of them.

A class of kindergarten children celebrate the 100th day of school.

After spending an action-packed day at the fair, a Latino boy enjoys one last ride-the ride home!

A boy and his mama go shopping at an outdoor market. Find out what they buy to make a delicious breakfast.

Have you ever been to a zoo? This book tells about some of the animals you may see at a zoo.

A Puerto Rican boy prepares for his nighttime bath by filling the tub with all his favorite things.

While helping her father with cleaning day chores, a Cuban American girl's best intentions sometime have humorous results.

Dora and Dad are getting ready to play soccer. This book tells about the special things they need to wear to play the game.

A girl searches around the house and garden to find her grandma Alma.

Find out about some of the many bugs that you might see in a garden.

Find out about the rooms in one boy's home. What rooms do you have in your home?

Is a little mouse afraid of any animals-big or small?

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

A group of children use dried beans to make instruments for a school concert.

Birthday parties are fun. See how one girl celebrates her special day.

Rain is coming. Read this book to find out what Paco and his brother do to get ready.

A girl is having a party. Find out what her favorite foods are and who makes them for her.

Read this book to find out what a boy does with Grandpa Joe every day of the week.