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A colorful picture book that celebrates diversity in a classroom and community. This book introduces inclusive language and visuals that reflect various cultures, ethnicities, and family structures—perfect for helping ELLs feel represented and accepted.

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A warm, welcoming picture book that celebrates diversity and gives encouragement and support to all kids.

Follow a group of children through a day in their school, where everyone is welcomed with open arms. A school where kids in patkas, hijabs, and yamulkes play side-by-side with friends in baseball caps. A school where students grow and learn from each other's traditions and the whole community gathers to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

All Are Welcome lets young children know that no matter what, they have a place, they have a space, they are welcome in their school.
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A warm, welcoming picture book that celebrates diversity and gives encouragement and support to all kids. Follow a group of children through a day in their school, where everyone is welcomed with open arms. A school where kids in patkas, hijabs, and yamulkes play side-by-side with friends in baseball caps.

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This story follows a young girl and her grandmother (abuela) through New York City. With many Spanish words woven into the text, this book supports bilingual learners and promotes Hispanic culture in a loving, familiar context.

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Somersaulting in midair, resting in the sky on a chair-shaped cloud... A little girl and her grandmother, her abuela, soar in this highly acclaimed adventure of the imagination as they fly around New York City. In English, with Spanish words and phrases woven into the story, includes a glossary.

"A marvelous balancing of narrative simplicity with visual intricacy...the city is transformed into a treasure trove of jewels, dazzling the eye, uplifting the spirits."- The Horn Book (starred review)

"Each illustration is a masterpiece of color, line, and form that will mesmerize youngsters...The smooth text, interspersed with Spanish words and phrases, provides ample context clues...a jewel."- Booklist (starred review)

"A book to set any child dreaming...any reader can handle it, whether familiar with Spanish or not. It's just joyful."- The New York Times

ALA Notable Book

American Booksellers Pick of the Lists

Booklist Editor's Choice

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library selection

Reading Rainbow Review Book

Horn Book Fanfare Listing

Parent's Choice Award

NCSS Notable Children's Trade Book

Hungry Mind Review Children's Books of Distinction List

New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing

HBO Book Club: My Favorite Book

Storytime Public TV Selection

This story is based in great part on my warm and rich relationship with one of my grandmothers, who for many years lived in New York City. When I moved to New York as an adult for a time to learn more about writing, illustrating, and making books, one of my favorite places to visit was at the top of my apartment building. From there I could see the city from above, with sweeping views ranging from the Statue of Liberty to midtown Manhattan. I had pictures and exact locations in mind as I wrote, for all of the places Rosalba and Abuela visit in the story.

My grandmother, like the story's Abuela, grew up primarily speaking a language other than English. She actually grew up speaking several languages, and then learned English when she moved to this country. When I lived in New York I heard many tongues each day, English and often Spanish. I like the sounds and rhythms of various languages, and I enjoy speaking Spanish as well. So I decided to include Spanish words as part of this story in a way that anyone reading it could understand, whether they knew Spanish or not. All of us have a variety of cultures, traditions, and backgrounds that are part of and take flight with each of us. Enjoy your own high-flying adventures and imagination!

Edition in Spanish also available, edición en español disponible: ABUELA

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Somersaulting in midair, resting in the sky on a chair-shaped cloud... A little girl and her grandmother, her abuela, soar in this highly acclaimed adventure of the imagination as they fly around New York City. In English, with Spanish words and phrases woven into the story, includes a glossary.

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This humorous and inclusive book introduces students to different family structures, helping them understand and appreciate differences. Great for class discussions about who is in their own family and celebrating all family types.

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Families, Families, Families by Suzanne Lang

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A simple, rhythmic book with an African American protagonist. This book celebrates body awareness and identity, encouraging ELLs to use vocabulary related to body parts while seeing diverse skin tones and faces.

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Whose Toes Are Those? | Kids books reading along aloud

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From The House on Mango Street, this bilingual picture book focuses on the textures and uniqueness of family members’ hair. It supports cultural pride and vocabulary development in both English and Spanish.

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Miss Bee reads Hairs - Pelitos by Sandra Cisneros

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A heartfelt story about a girl, her mother, and grandmother saving up for a new chair after a fire. It explores themes of resilience, family, and community support—perfect for building empathy and discussing roles in the community.

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A concept book with Latino cultural elements (e.g., tortillas, maracas, sombreros) that teach shapes. Great for integrating math and culture while building everyday vocabulary for ELLs.

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Yoko brings sushi to school and is teased, but eventually classmates learn to appreciate her culture. This story builds social-emotional awareness and celebrates diversity in food and traditions.

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Students around the world travel to school in many ways. This book highlights international cultures and routines, sparking connections for ELLs whose experiences may differ from U.S. norms.

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This Is The Way We Go To School By Edith Baer, Book Read Aloud, Book about Transportation

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An engaging song that introduces various community helper roles (e.g., firefighter, mail carrier, teacher) with visuals. Music and repetition support language acquisition and community vocabulary for ELLs.

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Little Angel: Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs

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Community Helpers | Little Angel Kids Songs & Nursery Rhymes