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

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

Focus on South Korea

Hudak, Heather C., 1975-


South Korea is highly regarded for its transformation from a largely agricultural society to an urban, technologically advanced nation. Read all about the mountains and hills that dominate South Korea's landscape, its growing urban centers, the kingdoms and dynasties that prospered from its resources, and daily life and culture for South Koreans today.
Date Published:2023

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

Islamic festivals and traditions

Golkar, Golriz,


Each of the major Islamic holidays, festivals, and special days includes unique traditions and customs. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during the day. At the end of Ramadan, the festival of Eid al-Fitr is a celebration with feasts and acts of kindness. During Eid al-Adha, many Muslims pray together at sunrise and share special foods and gifts with family and friends. Clear text and vibrant photos help readers gain a greater understanding of these and other Islamic traditions.
Date Published:2025

Each of the major Islamic holidays, festivals, and special days includes unique traditions and customs. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during the day. At the end of Ramadan, the festival of Eid al-Fitr is a celebration with feasts and acts of kindness. During Eid al-Adha, many Muslims pray together at sunrise and share special foods and gifts with family and friends. Clear text and vibrant photos help readers gain a greater understanding of these and other Islamic traditions.

Date Published:2025

Kimchi, Kimchi every day

Kim, Erica,


Various publishers. Explore the different ways to eat kimchi in this fun, rhyming tale that also teaches the days of the week. Korean-American author-illustrator Erica Kim shares her pride in her delicious cultural food through her cut paper art technique. The Hanji paper that is used to illustrate the book comes from a paper mulberry tree native to Korea.
Date Published:2022

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

A look at Islam

Kehoe, Rachel,


At a Glance -- Introduction: Friday Prayers -- 1. The History of Islam -- 2. The Beliefs of Islam -- 3. The Structure of Islam -- 4. Islam and Daily Life -- Glossary -- Source Notes -- For Further Research -- Index -- Image Credits -- About the Author. Introduces readers to the religion of Islam. The book explores the history of Islam, its belief system, its structure and organization, and how it affects the daily life of its followers.
Date Published:2024

At a Glance -- Introduction: Friday Prayers -- 1. The History of Islam -- 2. The Beliefs of Islam -- 3. The Structure of Islam -- 4. Islam and Daily Life -- Glossary -- Source Notes -- For Further Research -- Index -- Image Credits -- About the Author. Introduces readers to the religion of Islam. The book explores the history of Islam, its belief system, its structure and organization, and how it affects the daily life of its followers.

Date Published:2024

La mariachi

Estrada, Isabel.


Various publishers. Tuchi longs to join in and play with the school's mariachi band, but it's the 1970s and in her community, mariachi is only for the boys. Still she hopes--and wishes on Seńora Luna. When Tuchi stumbles across her nana's guitarrón, Nana teaches her to play in secret. The music rumbles inside Tuchi like desert thunder. Will Tuchi be ready for the big audition? And will Seńora Luna help Tuchi make her wish come true?
Date Published:2023

Various publishers. Tuchi longs to join in and play with the school's mariachi band, but it's the 1970s and in her community, mariachi is only for the boys. Still she hopes--and wishes on Seńora Luna. When Tuchi stumbles across her nana's guitarrón, Nana teaches her to play in secret. The music rumbles inside Tuchi like desert thunder. Will Tuchi be ready for the big audition? And will Seńora Luna help Tuchi make her wish come true?

Date Published:2023

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