Identity Books For Kids

Books about identity encourage kids to think about who they are, how they relate to others and the importance of understanding different perspectives. These titles are a strong fit for guided reading, classroom conversations and independent reading time.

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Red Cat Blue CatTurning RedA Bad Case of StripesOnly One YouSimone Biles: Athletes Who Made a DifferenceMuhammad Ali: Athletes Who Made a DifferenceRuby the CopycatItty-Bitty Kitty-CornThe Arabic Quilt: An Immigrant StoryAvatar: The Last Airbender: Zuko Finds His WayChrysanthemumPretty Perfect Kitty-CornSuki's KimonoWomen Throughout History: Queen Elizabeth IYou Don’t Know Everything, Jilly P!Albert's Bigger Than Big IdeaJennifer Murdley's ToadRudella the Ordinary-Nosed Reindeer

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Books

Red Cat Blue CatTurning RedA Bad Case of StripesSimone Biles: Athletes Who Made a DifferenceMuhammad Ali: Athletes Who Made a DifferenceRuby the CopycatAvatar: The Last Airbender: Zuko Finds His WayChrysanthemumSuki's KimonoYou Don’t Know Everything, Jilly P!Albert's Bigger Than Big IdeaJennifer Murdley's ToadRudella the Ordinary-Nosed ReindeerSmall SaulJill And The BeanstalkSkyborn 1: Sparrow RisingZane and the HurricaneTaylor Swift: Unstoppable IconBroadway BarksSome People DoThe Bad SeedSporkSkyborn #2: Call of the CrowNobody!: A Story About Overcoming Bullying in Schools

Videos

Only One YouItty-Bitty Kitty-CornThe Arabic Quilt: An Immigrant StoryPretty Perfect Kitty-CornWomen Throughout History: Queen Elizabeth IHair Story

Help your child grow through reading

Did you know?

  • Understanding identity can help children build self-esteem and confidence.
  • Books about identity can encourage empathy, kindness and understanding toward people from different backgrounds.
  • Exploring identity helps kids better understand their feelings and relationships.

How to make the most of Epic

For Parents
  • Use these books to encourage family conversations about identity and self-expression.
  • Encourage children to share their thoughts and feelings about their own identity after reading.
For Educators
  • Incorporate these stories into classroom discussions for a deeper understanding on identity.
  • Use these books to guide conversations about identity, empathy and belonging.

FAQ

Families and educators can use books about identity to further conversations about self-discovery and belonging. Reading together gives children space to explore who they are and learn about the experiences of others, building empathy and acceptance.

Books about identity look at topics such as family background, cultural experiences, and self-esteem. These stories often encourage children to reflect on themselves and how they connect with others.

Books about identity can encourage reading by introducing relatable themes and shared discussions to a younger audience. They help build better understanding about identity among kids, making it easier to talk about what makes each person unique.

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