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Encourage your child’s love of the planet with these Earth Day books for kids! The list below includes books about animals, weather, plants, & getting outdoors. It features books for very young readers as well as older kids, with fun facts to pique their curiosity and encouragement to get out, explore, and become a protector of our beautiful, precious world. Disclosure: I received copies of some of the books below for review purposes; however, all opinions are my own.

What would be more breathtaking for a child than staring up at the stars and wondering what is really out in space? These children’s books about space help nurture that curiosity, with creative presentations about feature of outer space – like black holes and nebulae – as well as what space travel is actually like (and what it could become). Most of the books are non-fiction, yet there are a few fiction works as well, including a middle grade novel about a colony on the moon.

Now more than ever, it is important that we as Americans listen to Iranian voices. When you know someone, you can go beyond the headlines to see the real people they purport to represent. Learning someone’s story helps guard against apathy and encourages children to see the world through someone else’s eyes. The children’s books by Iranian authors are an excellent way to introduce children to stories that center Iranian characters. The list below represents a range of genres and topics.

This Women’s History Month, introduce your kids to these wonderful books that center female protagonists! These stories about remarkable girls and women include picture books, middle grade novels, a graphic novel, and books for young adults. They are a mix of fiction and non-fiction.

As Ramadan becomes more well known in the US, the need for Ramadan and Eid books for kids has grown. Thankfully, every year it gets easier to find high quality books by #OwnVoices writers. Moreover, many of these books not only celebrate these special days but share what it is like to experience these holidays here in the US, where children may be the only ones in their class observing them.

Black History is American history! This month and all year long, we should teach Black history for kids, including these incredible stories of resilience, ingenuity, and excellence. Our lives and the fabric of our nation have been enriched by the contributions of these remarkable figures. Some of the picture books below focus on those whose stories have been overlooked, while others give us a fresh perspective on people and events that we think we already know.

Looking for a great gift for your loved ones this Ayyám-i-Há? Here is a collection of wonderful Ayyam-i-Ha gifts on Etsy, including jewelry, art, greeting cards, and decorations.

Learn about Chinese New Year with these wonderful Own Voices books! What are Own Voices books? These are books that are created by a person from the culture featured in the book. So in this case, all of these books for Chinese New Year are written by Chinese or Chinese-American authors, and they frequently are illustrated by a Chinese or Chinese-American artist as well.

This Valentine’s Day, read these wonderful books with your kids to show them just how much you love them. These Valentine’s Day books for kids talk about unconditional love, different ways people show love, and how to make sure everyone feels included Valentine’s Day. They can even learn about the science, history, and legends that make the heart so special! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, I make a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Sometimes, after the holidays are over, and all you’re left with are the memories and the cold weather, kids can find it hard to discover anything joyful about winter. The books below – including a board book, picture books, a chapter book, and even a cookbook! – help young readers see that there is still much to love about this time of year. These books that celebrate winter remind us of fun outdoor activities, snuggly moments, and adventures to be had with friends.