Richard Peck. As the community struggles to figure out what went down, the book unfolds into a modern Rashomon tale that everyone living in America is now familiar with. David Barclay Moore. Juna and her best friend, Hector, have many adventures together, and they love to ⦠Ashley Herring Blake. These coming-of-age stories offer a glimpse into the lives of teens and tweens from different cultures and times that'll resonate with your middle schooler. by: The first book described the elementary school years of a migrant child, and the second book follows this students' progress through high school. Many of his students' parents are migrant workers. Varian Johnson. Cooperative Children's Book Center curates book lists of multicultural books and offers other ⦠Books that celebrate diversity for 5th and 6th graders. After the floor in her motherâs apartment collapses, Piddy Sanchez is forced to move to another part of Queens and start a new school. Check out the faithful 2013 adaptation starring Geoffrey Rush and Emily Watson, though parents should note the film contains some violence and intense themes. Equal Read researches the need for more literary diversity and works with schools and libraries to build their collections. There are also other diverse subscription services such as âJust Like Me Boxâ and âHeritage Boxâ that offer diverse books as well. Ghost. I have been searching high and low, researching leading authors with diverse voices and from different backgrounds, who tell fascinating stories that are sprinkled with culture. by: Multicultural Books for Kids: Ages 6-10 Check out these multicultural books for kids that express incredibly diverse viewpoints. Jandy Nelson - (Dial Books, 2014) 384 pages. The monochromatic illustrations in this graphic novel capture this difficult and contemplative period in Roseâs life. Pam Muñoz Ryan. Michiko in Los Angeles is Peruvian and Japanese; Felipe in Chicago is Panamanian, Venezuelan, and black; and Juanita in New York is Mexican. But this summer is different: her parents wonât stop fighting, and Rose chooses the drama of the local teen bullies over childhood play. Cultural diversity. Morris is just who he is. #ReadYourWorld ... Itâs the beginning of a new school year in 1969 in a southern town. The teens come from a range of backgrounds — some very violent and troubled, others more conventional — but all must deal with the complications of shifting their identities in a world that is anything but understanding. Mariko Tamaki, illustrated by: Jillian Tamaki - (First Second, 2014) 320 pages. Multicultural chapter books are sometimes difficult to find- but so worth it! High school senior Gabi Hernandez has a lot going on in her senior year, all captured in this let-no-issue-go-unexplored page-turner. Hena Khan. Ghost A National Book Award finalist, Jason Reynoldsâs Ghost is the story of an African American middle school runner with the talent to qualify for the Junior Olympicsâif he can learn to control his temper. As long as public education has been alive in the United States, so too has the idea of a literary canon. by: The adults in the story donât pass judgment. This graphic novel tells the story of the Green Turtle, the pioneering Asian American superhero first introduced in the 1940s. (3 – 6) Follows a boy from elementary school to middle school navigating school and family dynamics, including his uncle’s growing involvement with the guy who is the student teacher in the boy's school. Itâs also the same day his little brother, Teddy, goes missing. In his explorations, he befriends Shmuel, a boy in the camp, and their friendship comes to a tragic end. Other important cultural markers, such as language, sexual orientation, and religion, are equally important; books related to these additional markers are included in a ⦠Sorry for the inconvenience. Perfect for: Readers intrigued by life experiences outside the mainstream. Good historical detail and LGBT characters included. When the family moves within 50 feet of Auschwitz, Bruno is curious about the fence he can see from his bedroom window. Diverse Middle Grade & Young Adult Kid World Citizen: 25 Multicultural Chapter Books to Read This Summer. by: Junaâs Jar. Dana Alison Levy. Despite being at odds, they bond, forming their own family after a life of abuse. The Best Man. Featuring lots of characters with different traits, including braces, glasses, funny noses and wheelchairs, this book celebrates the things that make everyone unique. Haunted by Yaqui and her gang, Piddy grows increasingly fearful, feeling like sheâs prey to Yaquiâs predator. (4 – 6) The three sisters from One Crazy Summer and P.S. Resources for Developing a Welcoming School Diverse Lesson Plans for a Welcoming and Safe School Up-to-Date Diverse Books Answering Challenging Questions from Kids on LGBTQ Topics Videos for LGBTQ and Gender Inclusive Schools LGBTQ Definitions for Students and Adults Supportive Laws and Relevant Research Perfect for: Kids with a social conscience. The book includes family history, family complications and family fun. After the death of 16-year-old Tariq Johnson, the community is in uproar. The Stars Beneath Our Feet. This is an unusual novel about the power of words. According to their organization, âThe Handbook of Research o⦠Weâre entering this new decade with another epic list of diverse reads to share with you. Alma Flor Ada and Isabel Campoy, illustrated by: David Diaz - (Charlesbridge, 2013) 96 pages. From romance, religion, teen pregnancy, and drug-addicted parents to coming out, body shame, sexually aggressive boys, and the politics of feeling like an outsider in both your town and your family, the story offers a whirlwind tour of the interior of one young Latina via her own Spanglish-inflected diary. Tariq was black, and his shooter was white. Then his mother’s girlfriend brings him a gift that will change everything: two enormous bags filled with Legos. by: A project of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, Copyright ©2020 The Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Diversity Council of Rochester, Minnesota, suggests the simple activity for middle school students of exchanging information about their own names in small groups. In 2014, U.S. public schools hit a minority majority milestone with Latino, African-American, and Asian ⦠Perfect for: Kids who like historical fiction. The Importance of Diversity & Cultural Awareness in the Classroom Drexel University School of Education. Want to see the movie? For middle school teachers, it can be difficult to find books to add to a classroom library. Gene Luen Yang, illustrated by: Sonny Liew - (First Second, 2014) 176 pages. Who he happens to be is a boy who loves to dress up in an orange dress. When someone anonymously posts hateful memes on her school's website, Zenobia knows she's the one with the hacking skills to solve the mystery. Lynn Joseph - (HarperCollins, 2011) 144 pages. Winner of the American Library Association’s Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Fiction, the author has created what can only be called an instant classic. Hank Chu, the 19-year-old son of Chinese immigrant grocers, is exposed to toxic radiation and eventually lives up to his fate of becoming a World War II superhero by defending China, America’s ally, against the Japanese army. Gail Giles - (Candlewick, 2014) 224 pages. Morris Micklewhite and The Tangerine Dress By Christine Baldachinno. Isabel Quintero - (Cinco Puntos Press, 2014) 208 pages. This is a wonderful book to read aloud because of the beauty of the language and because there are many opportunities in the book to inspire conversation with your child about growing up, social justice, and the love of family. Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli. (3 – 6) Liv knows he was always meant to be a boy but he hasn’t told anyone yet – not even his two moms. The 2008 adaptation merits its PG-13 rating for the mature content depicting life in a concentration camp. by: by: Find The Boy in the Striped Pajamas at your local library. Drama. Lewis. by: Yes! When tragedy hits their family, the twins become further isolated from each other. Embodying the underrepresented diversity of the Latino community, the poems are matched with factual explanations of events like the Spanish Civil War and Cubaâs relationship with the U.S. Caldecott Gold Medalist David Diazâs accompanying hand-cut illustrations evoke Latino folk art. (4 – 6) A fictionalized account of the true story of Charley (Charlotte) Parkhurst who ran away from an orphanage, posed as a boy, moved to California, drove stagecoaches and continued to pass as a man her whole life. Find The Book Thief at your local library. What books are you and your kids looking forward to reading in 2020? It's a diverse world, and these books reflect the view that we're all in it together. Most of the books ⦠Sign me up for updates relevant to my child's grade. her classroom when a diverse student body responds to multicultural initiatives at the school. The p⦠Server Issue: Please try again later. Join millions of supporters by signing up for our newsletter. Lu. Jason Reynolds. Author Todd Parr always fills his books with whimsical characters, and Itâs Okay to Be Different is no exception. They support Morris for who he is ⦠Nancy I. Sanders. Shifting voices from one twin to the other, the book uncovers the way each sibling has lost a part of their story by shutting the other out of their life. Perfect for: Teens who like historical fiction. Rita Williams-Garcia. For sixth graders who are familiar with the historical details of the Holocaust, this book is a powerful addition to Holocaust fiction, and an example of the multiple perspectives a narrative can take — in this case, the perspective of a young bystander. No two accounts tell the same truth, and as new facts surface each day, uncovering what really happened grows increasingly elusive. Perfect for: Teens grappling with ideas about mental illness and the darkened corners of our minds. Perfect for: Youth juggling school, peer, and parent pressure. by: Amina’s Voice. Now, his new school has a terrible dress code, he has to wear skirts! Every summer, Rose and her family take a trip to their lake house in Awago Beach. ⦠The Parker Inheritance. Perfect for: Graphic novel fans who want to read about that awkward transition from childhood to young adulthood. The only way for Liv to get what he wants is to go after it himself with a mission to change the policy and his life. All of their books not only depict LGBTQ+ kids and families, but they are also racially and culturally diverse (including different religions), as well as depicting people with disabilities.
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