48 Books in this collection
Realistic Fiction Collection Grades PreK-2
This collection includes delightful, child-centered stories that support literacy learning content for beginning and soon-to-be readers. Appealing texts and pictures by outstanding authors and illustrators of diverse backgrounds engage young readers and support their efforts as they begin their journey to becoming successful, independent readers.

Books in This Collection
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A Morning with Grandpa
By Sylvia Liu, Christina Barragan ForshayView DetailsIn this sweet, slice-of-life story, a curious and active Asian American girl spends the day learning tai chi from her grandfather, and in turn tries to teach him how to do yoga.
Abuela's Weave
By Omar S. Castañeda, Enrique O. SanchezView DetailsThis touching story of personal growth and family pride is illustrated with authentic Guatemalan scenery that gives life to the country's radiant landscape and bustling city streets.
Babu's Song
By Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen, Aaron BoydView DetailsThe story of a young Tanzanian boy who learns a lesson about family love after selling the special music box his grandfather made for him.
Block Party (Confetti Kids #3)
(Dive Into Reading)By Gwendolyn Hooks, Shirley Ng-BenitezView DetailsIn this early chapter book in the popular Confetti Kids series, the neighborhood is having a block party and Padma worries that her friends won't like her mom's lentil soup.
Bringing Asha Home
By Uma Krishnaswami, Jamel AkibView DetailsA biracial Asian Indian American boy finds his own special way to bond with his sister while the family awaits her adoption from India.
Butterflies for Kiri
By Cathryn FalwellView DetailsA Japanese American girl grows creatively and, with perseverance, masters the art of making an origami butterfly. Includes instructions.