Empanadas for Everyone by Jackie Azúa Kramer

Illustrated by Lenny Wen 3 stars A delicious story of community, family, and generosity. Every Saturday, Carina visits Tia Mimi’s to make empanadas. But this week, Tia Mimi is volunteering at the food center, which leaves Carina to collect all the ingredients herself. Along the way, she finds that her diverse neighbors all have their…

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They’re So Flamboyant by Michael Genhart

Illustrated by Tony Neal 3.5 stars An adorable picture book about inclusion, acceptance, and not making assumptions about others. When a flamboyance of flamingos moves into the neighborhood, the other birds are upset by their bright colors and bold appearances. Finally, they decide to confront them. But when they arrive, they see their new neighborhoods…

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Diwali in My New Home by Shachi Kaushik

Illustrated by Aishwarya Tandon 4 stars A sweet story about celebrating a favorite holiday in a new place. Priyah loves Diwali. In India, she celebrated with family and friends, watched the fireworks, and enjoyed the colorful decorations. But when her family moves to a new place, it seems people don’t know what Diwali is. Together,…

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