12 Excellent Children's Books with Diversity in Mind

by Paula Yoo ; illustrated by Shirley Ng-Benitez

A perfect package of early-reader accessibility, culturally-conscious story, and inclusivity. Full review >

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by Thomas Scotto ; illustrated by Olivier Tallec ; translated by Claudia Zoe Bedrick & Karin Snelson

Subtle, joyous, affirming. Full review >

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by Jaime Hernandez ; illustrated by Jaime Hernandez

Rousing tales, spirited artwork, and rich backmatter ensure that this slim graphic novel for kids becomes a rich resource... Full review >

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by Kacen Callender

Embedding their appealing protagonist in a fully realized Caribbean setting, Callender has readers rooting for Caroline the... Full review >

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by Ashley Herring Blake

Ivy’s story is no mere niche-filler in LGBTQ middle-grade realism—it’s a standard-setter. Full review >

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by Amie Kaufman

An engaging world and cliffhanger ending leave readers wanting more Full review >

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by Tae Keller ; illustrated by Alexandria Neonakis

A compassionate glimpse of mental illness accessible to a broad audience. (Fiction. 10-14) Full review >

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by Sally J. Pla ; illustrated by Steve Wolfhard

Add to the growing list of intelligent books about kids whose brains operate outside the norm. Full review >

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by Jessica Spanyol ; illustrated by Jessica Spanyol

Clive is a star! (Board book. 6 mos.-3) Full review >

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by Lindsey Stoddard

Validating, heart-rending, and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration. Full review >

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by Tahereh Mafi

Memorable new characters experience the restorative power of friendship in this darkly fascinating, somewhat ghoulish sequel... Full review >

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by Sayantani DasGupta ; illustrated by Vivienne To

This original fantasy is laugh-out-loud funny and extremely engaging. Full review >

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