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The Best 21 Diverse Children’s Books of 2021 to Read Over and Over Again

Notable Native People: A Book Review

New Release Tuesday: New Books Published November 2, 2021

Black Joy Matters: 10+ Children’s Books Featuring a Black Santa

OwlCrate Jr. Middle-Grade Subscription Box for Kids 8 – 12

Author Interview with Nicholas Solis: The Color Collector

Muted by Tami Charles + A Giveaway!

Keeping the Dream Alive: Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. + Lakeshore Learning People Shapes Kit

The 2021 Ultimate List of Diverse Children’s Books

Exclusive Cover Reveal: Maya and the Robot by Eve L. Ewing

The Picture Books That Helped Me Through: The Best Diverse Picture Books of 2020

Habbi Habbi Bilingual Education at Home + Reading Wand & Bilingual Books Giveaway!

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Kwanzaa is a joyful celebration of culture, community, and connection. ✨❤️🖤💚 Did you know this year marks the 60th anniversary of the Kwanzaa holiday?

In The Kwanzaa Story, readers follow Alliah, all grown up and teaching her kids, Daphne and Alistair, why their family celebrates Kwanzaa.

From its roots in African traditions to its birth in Los Angeles during the Civil Rights Movement, this book breaks down the history, the seven principles, the symbols, the rituals, and the meaning behind it all. It’s a great way for families of all backgrounds to learn something new together. This story guides readers through the principles of unity, purpose, creativity, and joy all season long.

Recommended for ages 7 to 10 and up. Available now wherever books are sold. Published by @quartokids. Written by @alliago.

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In honor of Small Business Saturday, I’m highlighting a few Black independent authors and their children’s books.

I Know I Can Be What I Want to Be is an uplifting celebration of possibility, purpose, and the power of positive affirmation. Through rhythmic “I Can” statements and vibrant illustrations, young readers follow a confident little boy who learns that his dreams can reach as high and as far as he dares to imagine.

From building cities as an architect to soaring through the clouds as a pilot, children are introduced to real-life trailblazers. Each page highlights a different profession and the inspiring Black male figures who paved the way, reminding boys everywhere that greatness lives within them too.

Rooted in encouragement and representation, this book sparks meaningful conversations about identity, ambition, and future goals.

Whether imagining themselves arguing in the courtroom like Thurgood Marshall or creating cinematic magic like Spike Lee, young readers will be reminded again and again: their dreams matter, and they are capable of achieving anything.

Part of the Amir, The Affirmation King series by Alexis Mozell, this empowering collection is crafted to nurture confidence and self-worth in young Black boys through joyful, purposeful storytelling. Learn more about the series at nurturingamir.co @nurturingamir @madam_mozell.

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In honor of Small Business Saturday, I’m highlighting a few Black independent authors and their children’s books.

Peyton and her friends are getting their classroom ready for the big Christmas party when a mysterious package shows up.

Inside they find a shiny golden clue that sends the whole class on an unexpected treasure hunt around the school.

With each riddle they solve, Peyton, Max, Tanya, and their classmates find themselves racing through the hallways of their school. Along the way, they laugh and work together as a team.

In the end, they discover that the real magic of Christmas is found in curiosity, community, and doing something fun together.

Recommended for ages 3-8 and up. Available now wherever books are sold.

Written by @authorpaulabanks.

Here are a few questions you can ask children after reading this book:

Which clue or location was your favorite, and why?
What did the classmates learn about teamwork during their treasure hunt?
What surprised you most about the story?
How does the treasure hunt bring the class closer together?

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Faith takes the train with her mom almost every day and this time, she’s eating one of Grandma’s delicious sandwiches. But when Isaiah, her former neighbor (who is currently unhoused) , asks for a little help, her heart starts to race. Can she really offer him a bite?

Faith Takes the Train reminds readers that kindness doesn’t have to be big to matter. It’s about noticing, caring, and being brave enough to act.

Voted one of the best children’s books of 2025 by critics like Kirkus (starred review) @kirkus_reviews and Publishers Weekly (starred review) @publisherswkly.

Perfect for reading with little ones and sparking gentle conversations about community, kindness, generosity, and how even one small sandwich can change a moment or a life.

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✨✨✨GIVEAWAY! ✨✨✨

Update: This giveaway is now CLOSED.

I’m TWO (2) lucky winners two (2) sets of these coloring bookmarks from the @dollartree, just in case your store is sold out or you can’t find them.

When I saw these coloring bookmarks online, I immediately went on a mission to find them at my local Dollar Tree. They were hanging right in the stationery section, next to the books and coloring books.

They come in two beautiful designs plants and travel and each pack has 50 bookmarks on thick, sturdy cardstock. The designs are so pretty!

I grabbed some for myself, some for stocking stuffers, and a few to share for this giveaway.

Here’s how to enter:

1️⃣ Follow me @hereweeread
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag the person you’d share these with (each tag = an extra entry!)

Bonus: SHARE this post to your stories for an additional entry.

The winner will be randomly selected November 19th. The winner will ONLY be contacted directly from this account.

Due to shipping costs: Winners MUST be U.S. residents.

Can’t wait? Visit your local @dollartree and let me know if you find them! They are $1.50 per pack.

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If you’re looking for a fun and relatable chapter book series for kids ages 7–10, the Zoey Lyndon series by Micheal Anderson deserves a spot on your shelf.

Zoey is a smart, curious, science loving fourth grader who’s navigating school, friendships, and family life with humor and determination. She’s the kind of character kids can see themselves in and learn from, whether they’re entering the science fair, making new friends, or figuring out how to stay true to themselves.

Zoey is always asking questions, testing ideas, and learning from her mistakes. Through her eyes, readers see a young Black girl thriving in spaces that celebrate her intelligence and creativity.

What I love most about this series is how real and refreshing it feels. Micheal Anderson does such a beautiful job capturing what it’s like to be a kid trying to find her place in the world and she does it with warmth, wit, and plenty of STEM-inspired fun.

As someone who reads and recommends a lot of children’s books, I think this series stands out. It’s engaging, empowering, and beautifully balanced between entertainment and education. I love that Zoey’s curiosity about science is front and center, it’s the kind of storytelling that encourages kids to stay curious and dream big.

If you’re shopping for young readers who enjoy chapter books with heart, representation, and a spark of curiosity, the Zoey Lyndon series makes a great holiday gift.

Have you seen this series yet? 👇🏾

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The Old Sleigh is a gentle, powerful reminder that tradition lives when it’s rooted in love and connection, even when things evolve.

The Pumphrey brothers, @wjpumphrey and @jpumphrey, have wrapped this story in their signature visual style and heart-felt storytelling. If you’re looking for a holiday book that is cozy, meaningful, and invites both children and grown-ups to reflect on community and change, check this one out.

As we move into the season of lights, gatherings, and gift lists, let this book take centre-stage for a moment of warmth.

The Old Sleigh is available now wherever books are sold. @nortonyoungreaders

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