Diverse Book List
The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Equity Committee has created a Diverse Book List, geared toward consistently representing all students in an equitable and inclusive way. The book list is extensive and broken down into curriculum units that are often seen in the Co-op classrooms. From Dinosaurs to Friendship, Outer Space to Families, you are sure to find some excellent ideas for reading aloud with your children.
A Gift for Nai Nai
Kim-Hoa Ung | Ages 3+
Struggling to crochet a lucky hat for her beloved Nai Nai's birthday, Lyn Lyn learns that the best gift of all comes from within.
Dancing the Tinikling
Bobbie Peyton | Ages 4+
Jojo's grandmother Lola invites him to join her in the rhythmic tinikling dance, and though he initially stumbles, Jojo finds his footing and joyfully embraces his American and Filipino heritages.
One Sweet Song
Jyoti Rajan Gopal | Ages 3+
With a countdown from one to ten and back woven in, this celebration of music and community brings to life a shared moment in a diverse neighborhood where everyone comes together to make one sweet song.
What's New Daniel?
Micha Archer | Ages 3+
On a trip to the park with his grandfather, Daniel talks to the animals about what is new in their world and his.
Mommy Sayang
Rosana Sullivan | Ages 3+
Aleeya wants to always be by her mother’s side in their Malaysian village, but when Mommy sayang becomes ill, Aleeya needs to think of a new way to do things.
Under My Hijab
Hena Khan | Ages 3+
As a young girl observes the women in her life and how each covers her hair a different way, she dreams of how she might express her personality through her hijab.
Abuelo
Arthur Dorros | Ages 4+
After moving to the city, a boy remembers the wonderful times he had with his grandfather in the country. Some spanish words.
Just Like a Mama
Alice Faye Duncan | Ages 4+
Carol’s parents live far away and she wishes they were together, but for now she lives with Mama Rose, who is just like a mama to her.
Pitching in for Eubie
Jerdine Nolan | Ages 4+
Lily tries to find a way to make money to help her sister pay for college.
Mama and Me
Rudy Gutierrez | Ages 4+
For a bilingual girl and her mama, a loving bond is about being together and being independent as they get ready for a Mother’s Day surprise. Some Spanish.
Red Kite, Blue Kite
Greg Ruth | Ages 4+
Tai Shan loves to fly kites with his father, but when his father has to leave for a labor camp they find a way to communicate even though they don’t get to see each other.
Felicia’s Favorite Story
Leslea Newman | Ages 4+
Felicia loves to hear the story of how her two moms adopted her from Guatemala.