Finding Diverse Books 2025 | Grades K-2

Updated April 7, 2026
LINCC (Libraries in Clackamas County) Oregon City Public Library
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Button, Lana
Paper Book
A child donates a can of food to their school food drive. But in an unexpected twist, they come to understand what it means to give and receive. A child is excited to donate a can of their favorite Zoodelicious to the school food drive. Their teacher has explained that the food will be...

The story of a food drive, as experienced by a kid who doesn't realize his family is one of the recipients. Use this one to explore what it means to be generous, especially in the lead up to school-wide donation drives that may leave some kids feeling self-conscious.

Broken
Fang, X.
Paper Book
A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book! * Join Mei Mei on her hilarious and emotional journey in this dramatic and tenderhearted picture book about guilt and forgiveness, from the acclaimed creator of We Are Definitely Human. When...

A young girl lets her grandmother's cat take the blame for breaking a treasured mug, but eventually succumbs to guilt and confesses. Tackles a serious subject with surprising humor and a sweet, satisfying ending.

Fall is for beginnings
LaRocca, Rajani
Paper Book
From Newbery Honor author Rajani LaRocca and critically acclaimed illustrator Abhi Alwar, an authentic celebration of friendship and finding your place in this back-to-school picture book and follow up to Summer Is for Cousins Ravi can't wait for the start of the new school year!...

Ravi from Summer Is For Cousins is back at school. This season, he struggles with his best friend Joe's desire to add new girl Ellie to their friend group. A compassionate exploration of a common elementary school friendship conundrum.


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