Multicultural Children's Book Day

The Day Saida Arrived

Written by Susana Gómez Redondo, illustrated by Sonja Wimmer, translated by Lawrence Schimel

A deeply affecting, beautifully written and illustrated picture book for boys and girls ages 3-7, with a theme of "the power of words," to create friendships, cross divides and overcome seemingly impossible obstacles. Read my full review and purchase on Ink-a-Dink.

Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2024 (1/25/25) is in its 11th year! Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen founded this non-profit children’s literacy initiative; they are two diverse book-loving moms who saw a need to shine the spotlight on all of the multicultural diverse books and authors on the market while also working to get those books into the hands of young readers and educators. Read Your World’s mission is to raise awareness of the need to include kids’ books celebrating diversity in homes and school bookshelves. Special thanks to all the publishers and sponsors of this year's event below, and read about the #ReadYourWorld Mission and history HERE.

Join us on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 9 pm EST celebrating more than 10 years of Multicultural Children's Book Day/Read Your World Virtual Party!

📌 Register for the MCBD Read Your World Virtual Party here.

• Follow #ReadYourWorld to find more
• Check out MCBD's Multicultural Books for Kids Pinterest Board!

FREE Teacher Classroom Kindness Kit 

This epically fun and fast-paced hour includes book discussions addressing timely issues, diverse book recommendations & reading ideas, Bundle Giveaways & Bonus Prizes!

Follow the hashtag #ReadYourWorld to join the conversation!