Diversity
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Amazing Children’s Books by Arab and Arab American Authors
There are many extraordinary authors of Arabic heritage, and now is an excellent time to pick up their books and read them with your kids.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
15 Picture Books That Celebrate Hispanic & Latine Heritage
What better way to celebrate Hispanic culture and history with kids than with picture books? From biographies to folktales, there’s something great for every young reader.
Tween
Fanning the Flame of Storytelling
When Malia Maunakea set out to write the Hawaiian version of Percy Jackson, she had to consider the great responsibility of passing on her culture's stories.
Tween
Teen
The Power of Poetry To Break Down Ableist Beliefs
When Jasminne Mendez's chronic illness felt overwhelming and scary, poetry helped her to overcome her biased beliefs around her disability in three key ways.
Baby & Toddler
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Growing Reader
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Teen
30 Great LGBTQ+ Books for Kids and Teens
Everyone can benefit from these books' messages of unconditional love and acceptance.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
A Garden In My Hands: Scratch Art Henna Hands Craft
Meera Sriram's A Garden in My Hands captures the joy of passing down the well-loved custom of applying henna. Kids can make henna art of their own with this multicultural craft!
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Children’s Books That Celebrate Muslim Culture
These children’s books feature Muslim protagonists, celebrate Muslim culture, and illustrate Islamic traditions – perfect for reading during Ramadan, Eid, and all year long.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
10 Nonfiction Kids’ Books That Celebrate Black Excellence
These fantastic reads center on Black figures throughout history who embodied excellence in their respective fields and inspired those around them.
Pre-K
How to Talk to Young Children About Skin Color
Talking to young kids about race and skin color doesn't have to be uncomfortable. Use these tips to help create positive, sensitive, and meaningful discussions.
Teen
A Reading Rainbow: YA Novels That Explore Sexuality and Sexual Identity
These funny, moving, and powerful YA books reflect the experiences and struggles of teens exploring sexuality and sexual identity for the first time.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Rise Up! 15 Picture Book Biographies About Prominent Change-Makers
These picture books show that there is no age requirement to have a powerful impact on creating a more equitable world.
Growing Reader
22 Excellent Early Chapter Books With Diverse Protagonists
From fun and hilarious to profound and inspirational, your kids will have a blast reading these diverse early chapter books.
All Ages
Books and Resources to Help You Raise Anti-Racist Children
It’s never too early to talk to children about race. At Brightly, we're committed to helping you raise kids that are not only "not racist," but who are actively "anti-racist."
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
Kids' Books on the Experiences of Asian American Immigrants
Share these stories on the complex, multi-layered experiences that millions of children and teens have when they journey from the East.
