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I’m thrilled you’re ready to join in on the Global Children’s Book Club by reading some incredible and diverse multicultural children’s literature with us this year.
We’ll be reading books from 12 different countries over the course of the year. Each month/country will have one chapter book and 4 picture books (roughly one for each week). Additionally, each country will have a family learning guide with crafts, recipes, videos, and more to learn about the country in addition to the books. Feel free to participate in as much or as little as you’d like!
If you’re joining late, all the resources will remain available, so you can access and learn at any time – for FREE!
In choosing the books, I’ve heavily prioritized own voices authors whenever possible. I’ve included books that provide insight into local cultures, thought, challenges, and people.
The Global Children’s Book Club is designed to be a connective and educational experience for families of all ages. The picture books are generally aimed at children ages 3-8, but older kids often love them, as well. I find that older children often still love read alouds and illustrations, even when they are strong readers themselves!
A few chapter books are aimed at slightly younger audiences (5-8), while some are geared to kids up to age 10 or 12. I recommend doing a bit of your own research to ensure the content is age-appropriate (and on par for maturity) for your children.
You can find all the details on this FREE virtual global book club for families right here! We’ll have discussions, storytimes, crafts, recipes, and much more. In the meantime, you can sign up to stay up to date by entering your email below. Be sure to follow along on Instagram for the discussions and additional updates!
You can pop in your email below to make sure you stay up to date on all the details! And please follow along on Instagram for updates!
Here’s the 2021 multicultural children’s book list – 1 chapter book per month and 4 picture books per month (roughly one per week). I can’t wait to read and discuss them with you!
Find free read alouds and purchase links here!
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Abebooks
Cora Cooks Pancit: Available on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Walmart
Journey for Justice: The Life of Larry Itliong: Available on Amazon
Pan de Sal Saves the Day: Available on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Abebooks, Walmart
Willie Wins: Available on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Abebooks, Walmart
Find free read alouds and purchase links here!
Find it on Amazon (on sale for under $5!), Bookshop.org, Abebooks, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Kindle (free with a Kindle Unlimited free trial)
Available on Audible (free with an Audible Plus free trial)
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The Undefeated: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Abebooks
Jabari Jumps: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Abebooks
Mae Among the Stars: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Abebooks
Moses: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Abebooks
Find free read alouds and purchase links here!
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Nimesh the Adventurer: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks
The Gruffalo: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks
The Tiger Who Came to Tea: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks
Lulu Loves the Library: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks
Ode to an Onion: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Abebooks, Thriftbooks
My Name is Gabriela: Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Abebooks, Thriftbooks
Mariana and the Merchild: A Folk Tale from Chile: Available on Amazon, Abebooks, Thriftbooks
Grim, Grunt and Grizzle-Tail: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Abebooks, Thriftbooks
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
A Different Pond: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Going Home, Coming Home: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Adrift At Sea: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
In A Village By The Sea: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Thriftbooks
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
When I Colored in the World: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Saffron Ice Cream: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
The Secret Message: Available on Amazon, Walmart, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
The Phoenix of Persia: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Bismillah Soup: Available on Amazon, Thriftbooks
The Amazing Travels of Ibn Battuta: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
When I Get Older: The Story behind “Wavin’ Flag”: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Muktar and the Camels: Available on Amazon, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Janjak and Freda Go To The Iron Market: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Auntie Luce’s Talking Paintings: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Eight Days: A Story of Haiti: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Calling the Water Drum: Available on Amazon, Bookshop, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Thriftbooks, Abebooks
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Abebooks
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Abebooks
Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, Abebooks
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