October History & Heritage Months

Day of the dead

Silva, Sadie.


Thinking of loved ones who have died is often depressing. But in Latin America and Hispanic communities, people celebrate the lives of their loved ones who have passed. Day of the Dead is a time of great celebration and joy. People make altars called ofrendas with pictures, gifts, treats, and flowers to remember their loved ones and help them on their journey. Families gather for picnics in cemeteries and eat special treats. Parades featuring skeleton costumes and music bring communities together.
Date Published:2022

Thinking of loved ones who have died is often depressing. But in Latin America and Hispanic communities, people celebrate the lives of their loved ones who have passed. Day of the Dead is a time of great celebration and joy. People make altars called ofrendas with pictures, gifts, treats, and flowers to remember their loved ones and help them on their journey. Families gather for picnics in cemeteries and eat special treats. Parades featuring skeleton costumes and music bring communities together.

Date Published:2022

Eid al-Adha

Mohamed, Mariam,


Eid al-Adha is about celebrating! It is a Muslim festival remembering the sacrifice Ibrahim was willing to make. People mark the festival with prayer, visiting family, and gifts. Some people sacrifice an animal and share the meat with their community. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
Date Published:2022

Eid al-Fitr

Sabelko, Rebecca,


It is Eid al-Fitr! -- A joyful holiday -- Happy Eid! -- Eid al-Fitr Facts -- Glossary -- To learn more -- Index. This book introduces beginning readers to Eid al-Fitr through simple, predictable text and related photos.
Date Published:2023

Erno Rubik and his magic cube

Aradhya, Kerry,


In the hills of Budapest, near the banks of the Danube River, lived a quiet boy named Ernő Rubik. He loved books, art, nature, and—most of all—puzzles. And he grew up to create the most popular puzzle in history. This picture book biography explores the experience and interests that inspired the inventor of the Rubik’s Cube.
Date Published:2024

Hispanic heritage month

Silva, Sadie.


Hispanic people have contributed much to the United States throughout history and today. Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, celebrates Hispanic culture and contributions. This book introduces readers to famous Hispanic figures past and present who have made a difference. Photographs of Hispanic parades and famous people will connect readers to the text. Readers will discover a deeper appreciation for Hispanic culture and the ways in which people can celebrate their culture.
Date Published:2023

Hispanic people have contributed much to the United States throughout history and today. Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, celebrates Hispanic culture and contributions. This book introduces readers to famous Hispanic figures past and present who have made a difference. Photographs of Hispanic parades and famous people will connect readers to the text. Readers will discover a deeper appreciation for Hispanic culture and the ways in which people can celebrate their culture.

Date Published:2023

The home we make

Khwaja, Maham,


A young Muslim girl and her family flee the violence of war and seek refuge in a foreign land, where they must rebuild a sense of home.
Date Published:2024

I am Muslim

Haleem, Amna,


Includes index. Discusses the religion of Islam, practised by Muslims, including their five pillars, their celebrations, daily life and overcoming Islamophobia.
Date Published:2024

K-pop : the ultimate fan book : your essential guide to all the hottest K-pop bands

Croft, Malcolm.


In 2018, K-Pop (Korean Pop) broke out on the global stage, with boy-band BTS releasing two number-one albums in the US and selling out live shows internationally. Now the world knows that there's so much more to this diverse and exciting genre than just one group. K-Pop: The Ultimate Fan Book covers all the hottest bands, from BTS and Red Velvet to TWICE and EXO, taking you on a thrilling journey through the songs, styles, and stories of Korea's musical stars. Packed with vibrant photos, and with a colorful, eye-catching design, this dazzling guide is a must-read for any fan.
Date Published:2019

In 2018, K-Pop (Korean Pop) broke out on the global stage, with boy-band BTS releasing two number-one albums in the US and selling out live shows internationally. Now the world knows that there's so much more to this diverse and exciting genre than just one group. K-Pop: The Ultimate Fan Book covers all the hottest bands, from BTS and Red Velvet to TWICE and EXO, taking you on a thrilling journey through the songs, styles, and stories of Korea's musical stars. Packed with vibrant photos, and with a colorful, eye-catching design, this dazzling guide is a must-read for any fan.

Date Published:2019

Lion on the inside : how one girl changed basketball

Abdul-Qaadir, Bilqis,


True story about Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir, a young Muslim-American woman who, at the top of her basketball career, must make a choice between wearing her hijab and playing the sport.
Date Published:2023

Muhammad's recipe for remembering

Ahmad, Maidah,


Various publishers. A moving picture book highlighting a young Muslim boy's efforts to rediscover his family's history in the World Wars. Muhammad wants to take part in his school's assembly to honor veterans, but no one in his community, let alone his family, has been involved in the World Wars... have they? After discussions with his family and elders at his mosque, Muhammad starts to piece together his family's lost history, and realizes that you don't need a trophy or medal to remember those you've lost--it can be as simple as sharing a piece of roti.
Date Published:2024

Various publishers. A moving picture book highlighting a young Muslim boy's efforts to rediscover his family's history in the World Wars. Muhammad wants to take part in his school's assembly to honor veterans, but no one in his community, let alone his family, has been involved in the World Wars... have they? After discussions with his family and elders at his mosque, Muhammad starts to piece together his family's lost history, and realizes that you don't need a trophy or medal to remember those you've lost--it can be as simple as sharing a piece of roti.

Date Published:2024

Muslim mosque

Wood, Angela.


Includes index. What is a mosque for? How much do Muslims pray? What is the Ka'aba? All these questions and more are explored in this first introduction to the religion of Islam.
Date Published:2022

My life as a Muslim : how the world worships

Bradley, Fleur,


Introduction -- 1. An American Muslim -- 2. Celebrating Eid al-Fitr -- 3. A Young Muslim on a Pilgrimage -- 4. Mecca Celebrations -- Activity: Henna -- Timeline of Major Events -- Glossary -- Learn More: Further Reading -- Websites -- About the Author. What are the core teachings and beliefs of Islam? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments.
Date Published:2022

Introduction -- 1. An American Muslim -- 2. Celebrating Eid al-Fitr -- 3. A Young Muslim on a Pilgrimage -- 4. Mecca Celebrations -- Activity: Henna -- Timeline of Major Events -- Glossary -- Learn More: Further Reading -- Websites -- About the Author. What are the core teachings and beliefs of Islam? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments.

Date Published:2022

A visit to South Korea

Wood, John, 1990-


Includes index. Country to Country -- Today's Trip Is to South Korea! -- Seoul -- Jeju Island -- Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival -- K-Pop -- Food -- Animals -- eSports -- Before You Go. Take a trip to South Korea! Start in the city of Seoul, where you'll see the tall N Seoul Tower and traditional hanok houses. Then, go watch a K-Pop concert or an eSports competition. And don't forget to eat some kimchi! Learn all about South Korea as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Date Published:2023

Includes index. Country to Country -- Today's Trip Is to South Korea! -- Seoul -- Jeju Island -- Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival -- K-Pop -- Food -- Animals -- eSports -- Before You Go. Take a trip to South Korea! Start in the city of Seoul, where you'll see the tall N Seoul Tower and traditional hanok houses. Then, go watch a K-Pop concert or an eSports competition. And don't forget to eat some kimchi! Learn all about South Korea as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.

Date Published:2023

The wonders we seek : thirty incredible Muslims who helped shape the world

Faruqi, Saadia,


Al-Ma'mun -- Al-Zahrawi -- Ibn al-Haytham -- Ibn Sina -- Saladin -- Razia Sultan -- Jalal al-Din Rumi -- Ibn Battuta -- Zheng He -- Abdul Rahman Ibrahim -- Nana Asma'u -- Naguib Mahfouz -- Noor Inayat Khan -- Malcolm X -- Mohammad Abdus Salam -- Fazlur Rahman Khan -- Ayub Khan Ommaya -- Farouk El-Baz -- Fatima Mernissi -- Muhammad Yunus -- Muhammad Ali -- Rebiya Kadeer -- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar -- Shirin Ebadi -- Yusuf/Cat Stevens -- Benazir Bhutto -- Rana Dajani -- Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy -- Ibtihaj Muhammad -- Malala Yousafzai. Discover the lives, stories, and accomplishments of many great accomplishments of many great Muslims throughout history. Many of the inventions and discoveries that we use in our lives today were created centuries ago -- during the golden age of Muslim empires and beyond. Art, music, astronomy, physics, mathematics, medicine, and so many other files of knowledge were shared and created and discussed in Arabia, Persia, Iraq, and India a very, very long time ago. This tradition of Muslim learning, dedication, and progress continues all across our world up to today.
Date Published:2022

Al-Ma'mun -- Al-Zahrawi -- Ibn al-Haytham -- Ibn Sina -- Saladin -- Razia Sultan -- Jalal al-Din Rumi -- Ibn Battuta -- Zheng He -- Abdul Rahman Ibrahim -- Nana Asma'u -- Naguib Mahfouz -- Noor Inayat Khan -- Malcolm X -- Mohammad Abdus Salam -- Fazlur Rahman Khan -- Ayub Khan Ommaya -- Farouk El-Baz -- Fatima Mernissi -- Muhammad Yunus -- Muhammad Ali -- Rebiya Kadeer -- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar -- Shirin Ebadi -- Yusuf/Cat Stevens -- Benazir Bhutto -- Rana Dajani -- Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy -- Ibtihaj Muhammad -- Malala Yousafzai. Discover the lives, stories, and accomplishments of many great accomplishments of many great Muslims throughout history. Many of the inventions and discoveries that we use in our lives today were created centuries ago -- during the golden age of Muslim empires and beyond. Art, music, astronomy, physics, mathematics, medicine, and so many other files of knowledge were shared and created and discussed in Arabia, Persia, Iraq, and India a very, very long time ago. This tradition of Muslim learning, dedication, and progress continues all across our world up to today.

Date Published:2022