Some books are mirrors, reflecting characters that readers can relate to, while others are windows, offering a view of someone else's world. These picture books artistically illustrate the ways that immigrant families from different parts of the world observe traditions from their homelands.
A boy and his father go fishing in the early morning hours and then make a meal of the fresh carp they catch.
A Different Pond is a Caldecott Honor Book inspired by author Bao Phi’s childhood in Minneapolis. Phi’s simple story realistically portrays a Vietnamese family making a new home in the United States while thoughtful illustrations by Thi Bui convey some of the complexities of life for immigrants and refugees.
A young girl cherishes spending time with her Grandmother Lola each summer in this evocative picture book by Michelle Sterling. Colorful artwork by Filipino illustrator Aaron Asis depicts important milestones and summer traditions and shows a family enjoying special delicacies from the Philippines like kalamansi pie, arroz caldo, and mango jam.
Fasting during the month of Ramadan is common practice for Muslims but when young Lailah’s family moves from Abu Dhabi to Peachtree City, Georgia, her teacher and new friends think that she’s forgotten to bring her lunchbox to school.
Author and teacher Reem Faruqi moved from Abu Dhabai to the Peach State herself when she was thirteen years old and wrote Lailah’s Lunchbox to share her memories of observing Ramadan at the school library. Faruqi hope her story will encourage others to have the courage to explain and celebrate their beliefs.
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