When people move to a new country, it is called immigrating. Immigrants enrich a country's cultural background and bring about many benefits to the new communities they join. Reading stories about the experiences of immigrants is a great way to broaden your perspective and learn about the stories of others. In this list, you will find picture books from our collection which encompass of a variety of immigrant experiences in a colorfully illustrated, kid-friendly format. These picture books are great for ages 3-6, or a family read!
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Ready to go on an adventure? Visit our website to learn more about our 2021 Summer Adventure, A World of Stories, from June 15 to August 15, 2021.
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A little girl who emigrated from her island home as a baby must rely on stories from friends and family to learn more about her heritage for a school assignment.
A little girl who emigrated from her island home as a baby must rely on stories from friends and family to learn more about her heritage for a school assignment.
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A little girl who emigrated from her island home as a baby must rely on stories from friends and family to learn more about her heritage for a school assignment.
A little girl who emigrated from her island home as a baby must rely on stories from friends and family to learn more about her heritage for a school assignment.
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A little girl moves to a new country with her family, and struggles at first to fit in. Over time, and with the help of her teacher, she learns to feel at home in a new place.
A little girl moves to a new country with her family, and struggles at first to fit in. Over time, and with the help of her teacher, she learns to feel at home in a new place.
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A little girl moves to a new country with her family, and struggles at first to fit in. Over time, and with the help of her teacher, she learns to feel at home in a new place.
A little girl moves to a new country with her family, and struggles at first to fit in. Over time, and with the help of her teacher, she learns to feel at home in a new place.
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A little boy struggles with learning a new language and not being able to understand his school lessons. One day he is invited to a friend's house, and is surprised to see one of his favorite flowers from his home in Korea growing in the garden.
A little boy struggles with learning a new language and not being able to understand his school lessons. One day he is invited to a friend's house, and is surprised to see one of his favorite flowers from his home in Korea growing in the garden.
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A little boy struggles with learning a new language and not being able to understand his school lessons. One day he is invited to a friend's house, and is surprised to see one of his favorite flowers from his home in Korea growing in the garden.
A little boy struggles with learning a new language and not being able to understand his school lessons. One day he is invited to a friend's house, and is surprised to see one of his favorite flowers from his home in Korea growing in the garden.
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Author Yuyi draws from her own experience as an immigrant and mother, and how she learned to feel at home in a new country.
Author Yuyi draws from her own experience as an immigrant and mother, and how she learned to feel at home in a new country.
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Author Yuyi draws from her own experience as an immigrant and mother, and how she learned to feel at home in a new country.
Author Yuyi draws from her own experience as an immigrant and mother, and how she learned to feel at home in a new country.
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A little girl lets her fear of new things prevent her from feeling comfortable in a new place. One day, she makes a friend, and learns that everyone has t...Show more
A little girl lets her fear of new things prevent her from feeling comfortable in a new place. One day, she makes a friend, and learns that everyone has things they are afraid of. By overcoming her fear, she is able to feel comfortable and at home at last.
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A little girl lets her fear of new things prevent her from feeling comfortable in a new place. One day, she makes a friend, and learns that everyone has t...Show more
A little girl lets her fear of new things prevent her from feeling comfortable in a new place. One day, she makes a friend, and learns that everyone has things they are afraid of. By overcoming her fear, she is able to feel comfortable and at home at last.
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Inspired by the author's childhood, this book gives a realistic, detailed description of the journey of a refugee family told from a child's perspective. ...Show more
Inspired by the author's childhood, this book gives a realistic, detailed description of the journey of a refugee family told from a child's perspective. Beginning with the tragedy that forced her family from their home, to the long, difficult journey to find a new safe place to call home.
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Inspired by the author's childhood, this book gives a realistic, detailed description of the journey of a refugee family told from a child's perspective. ...Show more
Inspired by the author's childhood, this book gives a realistic, detailed description of the journey of a refugee family told from a child's perspective. Beginning with the tragedy that forced her family from their home, to the long, difficult journey to find a new safe place to call home.
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When a young girl is feeling homesick after moving to a new country, her aunt comforts her with a myth about overcoming language barriers, and learning to...Show more
When a young girl is feeling homesick after moving to a new country, her aunt comforts her with a myth about overcoming language barriers, and learning to feel comfortable in a foreign place. The myth ends with the lesson that just as sugar can dissolve into milk and make it more enjoyable, that being welcoming of immigrant cultures and backgrounds can benefit everyone.
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When a young girl is feeling homesick after moving to a new country, her aunt comforts her with a myth about overcoming language barriers, and learning to...Show more
When a young girl is feeling homesick after moving to a new country, her aunt comforts her with a myth about overcoming language barriers, and learning to feel comfortable in a foreign place. The myth ends with the lesson that just as sugar can dissolve into milk and make it more enjoyable, that being welcoming of immigrant cultures and backgrounds can benefit everyone.
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A little girl is trying to choose a new name that will be easy for her new classmates to pronounce, but decides to keep her own name as it carries special meaning.
A little girl is trying to choose a new name that will be easy for her new classmates to pronounce, but decides to keep her own name as it carries special meaning.
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A little girl is trying to choose a new name that will be easy for her new classmates to pronounce, but decides to keep her own name as it carries special meaning.
A little girl is trying to choose a new name that will be easy for her new classmates to pronounce, but decides to keep her own name as it carries special meaning.
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This book teaches children about the different ways that everyone in America came to be here. There are many different stories behind what it means to be American.
This book teaches children about the different ways that everyone in America came to be here. There are many different stories behind what it means to be American.
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This book teaches children about the different ways that everyone in America came to be here. There are many different stories behind what it means to be American.
This book teaches children about the different ways that everyone in America came to be here. There are many different stories behind what it means to be American.
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A little boy is sad to learn that he is leaving behind his grandparents, pet, and home in Puerto Rice to move to New York city. As time goes by, he takes comfort in finding similarities between his old and new homes.
A little boy is sad to learn that he is leaving behind his grandparents, pet, and home in Puerto Rice to move to New York city. As time goes by, he takes comfort in finding similarities between his old and new homes.
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A little boy is sad to learn that he is leaving behind his grandparents, pet, and home in Puerto Rice to move to New York city. As time goes by, he takes comfort in finding similarities between his old and new homes.
A little boy is sad to learn that he is leaving behind his grandparents, pet, and home in Puerto Rice to move to New York city. As time goes by, he takes comfort in finding similarities between his old and new homes.
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Through simple text and illustrations, this book does an amazing job of showing the journey of two young boys. They find comfort during their journey though things that remind them of home, and visualizing their journey as a story.
Through simple text and illustrations, this book does an amazing job of showing the journey of two young boys. They find comfort during their journey though things that remind them of home, and visualizing their journey as a story.
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Through simple text and illustrations, this book does an amazing job of showing the journey of two young boys. They find comfort during their journey though things that remind them of home, and visualizing their journey as a story.
Through simple text and illustrations, this book does an amazing job of showing the journey of two young boys. They find comfort during their journey though things that remind them of home, and visualizing their journey as a story.
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This picture book highlights the immigrant experiences of three children from around the world.
This picture book highlights the immigrant experiences of three children from around the world.
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This picture book highlights the immigrant experiences of three children from around the world.
This picture book highlights the immigrant experiences of three children from around the world.
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This book is great for teaching little ones about the difficult reasons that cause some people to become refugees.
This book is great for teaching little ones about the difficult reasons that cause some people to become refugees.
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This book is great for teaching little ones about the difficult reasons that cause some people to become refugees.
This book is great for teaching little ones about the difficult reasons that cause some people to become refugees.
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A little girl meets a new friend who does not speak the same language, but finds a way to welcome her and help her feel at home. Over time they learn a lot about each other and become best friends.
A little girl meets a new friend who does not speak the same language, but finds a way to welcome her and help her feel at home. Over time they learn a lot about each other and become best friends.
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A little girl meets a new friend who does not speak the same language, but finds a way to welcome her and help her feel at home. Over time they learn a lot about each other and become best friends.
A little girl meets a new friend who does not speak the same language, but finds a way to welcome her and help her feel at home. Over time they learn a lot about each other and become best friends.
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A little boy from Venezuela is teased at school, but soon learns that everyone is different and also has things in common as well.
A little boy from Venezuela is teased at school, but soon learns that everyone is different and also has things in common as well.
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A little boy from Venezuela is teased at school, but soon learns that everyone is different and also has things in common as well.
A little boy from Venezuela is teased at school, but soon learns that everyone is different and also has things in common as well.
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A sweet story about a little girl from Columbia who makes friends despite a language barrier.
A sweet story about a little girl from Columbia who makes friends despite a language barrier.
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A sweet story about a little girl from Columbia who makes friends despite a language barrier.
A sweet story about a little girl from Columbia who makes friends despite a language barrier.
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A little boy learns more about his culture while fishing with his father.
A little boy learns more about his culture while fishing with his father.
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A little boy learns more about his culture while fishing with his father.
A little boy learns more about his culture while fishing with his father.
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