Juneteenth: Books about freedom and joy for kids
This Juneteenth, read the recommended books below with your little one to learn more about the holiday, guide discussions about slavery and freedom, celebrate change and think about ways to stand up for justice today.
New and forthcoming Black Resources Collection
Black Resource Collection is a cultural collection offering a variety of materials that are primarily written by African Diasporic authors. Ranging from the latest fiction titles to out-of-print newspapers, this collection also has materials for all ages that focus on the experience of the African Diaspora. BRC materials can be found at all library locations. This is a list of exciting new and forthcoming titles from the collection's selector.
Juneteenth: Culture, Cookouts and Cowboys
Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas with news that the U.S. Civil War had ended, marking the end of slavery for African Americans in this country. Since then, June 19th or "Juneteenth" has been observed as a holiday, celebrating the end of slavery in America, and its meaning to the cultural resiliency of African Americans over the years. Created by the Black Cultural Library Advocates team, this list of Juneteenth reads was curated to highlight the importance of celebration, community gathering, and honoring history.
Juneteenth: The Legacy of Liberation
Juneteenth is a historical celebration that commemorates liberation in the past, present and future. Created by the Black Cultural Library Advocates team, this list highlights the intersections of advocacy, resilience, and the commitment to community activism and growth.
Audiobooks featuring Indigenous Narrators, from Multcolib
These audiobooks, some of them available in downloadable audio and others as audio CDs, feature First Nations, Indigenous, Native American, Indian and Alaska Native readers.
Workshop Resources: Indigenous Books and Resources for K-8 Students: School Corps
Webliography of resources supporting the implementation of Oregon's Tribal History/Shared History curricula, and other resources that support truthful and accurate representation of Indigenous peoples in the Americas. - Ekatrina S.
亲子共读 - 捧腹大笑的故事
一起读,一起笑!
For the Love of Trees
Trees are complex systems, and so much more than a product to be harvested. Check out some of these titles and you'll realize that everyday is Arbor Day.
Picture Books featuring BIPOC Grandparent & Grandchild relationships
This list was made for a patron wanting books about loving grandparent and grandchild connections featuring people of color. Get a list of your own at www.multcolib.org/my-librarian
AANHPI on Screen and Behind the Scenes
Celebrating the brilliance of AANHPI directors and cast.
庆祝: 亚裔美国人、夏威夷原住民及太平洋岛民 (AANHPI) 传统月
1977年美国政府宣布每年五月为 "亚裔美国人、夏威夷原住民及太平洋岛民(AANHPI) 传统月"。 本书单展示着我们多元的文化、独特的经历,和不同的才华。
庆祝: 亚裔美国人、夏威夷原住民及太平洋岛民 (AANHPI) 传统月
1977年美国政府宣布每年五月为 "亚裔美国人、夏威夷原住民及太平洋岛民(AANHPI) 传统月"。 本书单展示着我们多元的文化、独特的经历,和不同的才华。
AANHPI on Screen and Behind the Scenes
Celebrating the brilliance of AANHPI directors and cast.
Connections to the Past: Black cowboys and Black pioneers
African Americans have deep historical connections to the West and their stories are often overlooked. Here is a deep dive into these stories and histories. -- Jem J.
Asian Americans, Native Hawai'ians and Pacific Islanders from Multcolib Teens
These books for teens feature AANHPI fictional characters and include some nonfiction memoirs. Every May we celebrate Americans who trace their heritage to a vast region: China, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Korea, India, Cambodia, Vietnam, the Philippines Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia, Native Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, Guam, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea.
Asian Americans, Native Hawai'ians and Pacific Islanders / nonfiction for K-8 grades
May is AANHPI month. Explore the experiences and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaii'ans and Pacific Islanders in these nonfiction books for elementary and middle school ages. We celebrate Americans who trace their heritage to a vast region: China, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Korea, India, Cambodia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia, Native Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, Guam, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea.
Asian Americans, Native Hawai'ians and Pacific Islanders in picture books from Multcolib Families
Every May we celebrate Americans who trace their heritage to a vast region: China, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Korea, India, Cambodia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Polynesia, Micronesia and Melanesia, Native Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, Guam, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea.
Audiobooks Featuring Indigenous Narrators
These audiobooks, some of them available in downloadable audio and others as audio CDs, feature First Nations, Indigenous, Native American, Indian and Alaska Native readers.
Recent Titles by Native American, First Nations, Alaska Natives and Indigenous Authors
This is a selected list of new fiction and nonfiction for all ages, written by Indigenous authors. This list is updated regularly.
Dress and live greener: books for tweens and young teens
These books and articles provide an introduction how our clothing is made, how advertising affects our choices, and how what we decide to buy can affect workers and the environment. For 4th-8th graders